Clinical Coder III

Clinical Coder III

The Department of Surgery is seeking a full-time Clinical Coder III position to assure that all clinical evaluation and management procedure services are captured, coded, and billed accurately and timely. Candidates are required to be certified by one of the following institutions: Certified Professional Coder (CPC)/ American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS-P) required. This position is remote, however, an on-site training period may be required based on experience and qualifications.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Performing highly specialized diagnosis and procedure coding for all non-operative and operative procedures performed.
• Verifying all patient data for accuracy and resolving discrepancies.
• Reviewing reports to determine billable services and applying the appropriate codes in a timely manner.
• Accurate and timely processing of charges in EPIC.
• Contacting Physicians or other clinical staff when appropriate to discuss coding, documentation, and/or compliance problems.
• Discussing coding, documentation, and compliance issues with co-workers.
• Demonstrating proficiency in the preparation and communication of physician queries.
• Remaining current on coding and compliance information/guidelines and becoming an expert in this specialized area of coding.
• Performing independent research and generating reports as requested by the department chairman, division chiefs, and faculty members via the Assistant Director regarding amounts billed versus amounts paid to determine the effectiveness of coding practices.
• Reviewing reimbursement reports and tracking payments for coding issues.
• Reviewing reports from University of Florida Physicians reflecting payments for charges and using this information to determine if coding is appropriate.

Expected Salary: $25.50 per hour

Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and five years of experience in professional medical coding, with experience in two or three clinical specialties. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Certified Professional Coder (CPC)/ American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS-P) required.

Special Instructions to Applicants: For consideration, you must apply online. Please upload your cover letter of interest, resume, and three professional references. This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.