Coding Specialist II – Profee Orthopedics

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Select and arrange ICD-10 and/or CPT/HCPCS codes for specific patient categories.

• Review and assess facility records to verify that APC assignments and/or Evaluation and Management codes accurately represent documented diagnoses and procedures.

• Abstract clinical data following documentation review to support diagnoses, procedures, and discharge disposition.

• Execute assigned work tasks utilizing the appropriate resources.

• Serve as a resource for client staff concerning data integrity, clarification, and compliant coding practices, including provider inquiries.

• Uphold strict confidentiality of patient and provider information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

• Engage in client and Savista staff meetings, training sessions, and conference calls.

• Keep abreast of current ICD-10, CPT/HCPCS, coding guidelines, government regulations, protocols, and third-party requirements.

• Participate in continuing education initiatives to enhance knowledge, skills, and maintain up-to-date credentials.

⛳️ Requirements

• Candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment skills assessment.

• An active AHIMA credential such as RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, or an active AAPC credential including COC, CCS-P, CPC, or a related specialty credential is required.

• A minimum of two years of recent and relevant hands-on coding experience is necessary.

• Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, pathophysiology, as well as ICD-10 and CPT/HCPCS code sets.

• Ability to consistently achieve a 95% coding accuracy threshold while adhering to client-specific and/or Savista production and quality standards.

• Proficiency in computer applications including MS Office, Outlook, Word, and Excel; ability to input data, as well as sort and filter Excel files.

• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills when interacting with all levels of internal and external customers.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and compensation package.

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.