Trauma Coding Specialist – ED, General Surgery

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

📋 Description

• Provide CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM coding across 1–4 specialties

• Execute professional fee and facility coding, including Trauma, General Surgery, and Emergency Department specialties

• Calculate professional fee and/or facility E/M levels utilizing the company algorithm

• Identify critical care cases based on patient acuity

• Assign appropriate codes for Trauma, General Surgery, and Split Shared visits

• Code surgical procedures typical of an emergency room setting to capture additional revenue when applicable

• Apply ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes to the highest available specificity

• Accurately implement ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS codes

• Interpret coding guidelines and evaluate the impact of documentation on code assignment and reimbursement

• Adhere to AHIMA ethical coding standards and the company’s ethics and compliance program

• Follow internal policies and procedures

• Engage in company-sponsored training and education

• Safeguard confidential company information and personal health information

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership

⛳️ Requirements

• Must hold certification from AAPC (CPC or COC) or AHIMA (CCS or CCS-P)

• A minimum of 6 months of relevant on-the-job experience

• Experience with Trauma, General Surgery, and Split Shared visits

• Proficient knowledge and experience with EMR and billing systems

• Must possess a phone, a reliable internet connection, and current CPT and ICD-10-CM coding references

• Maintain ongoing productivity and accuracy at 95% or above

• Attain a quality score of 95% or higher

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook

• Effective and professional communication skills, both verbally and in writing

• Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines

• Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is required

• Maintain at least one credential from AAPC or AHIMA

• Adhere to privacy, security, confidentiality, and personal health information standards

🏝️ Benefits

• Investment in professional development and personal growth

• Company-sponsored training and education

• Work-from-home flexibility

• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities