Certified Coder/Surgery Coder

Barrington Orthopedic Specialists is looking for a full-time Certified Coder/Surgery Coder. Applicant must have worked according to payer-specific guidelines, validate documentation, and work with the physicians to assure proper coding. A disciplined individual with the ability to prioritize and multi-task with attention to detail, and the ability to maintain productivity at a consistent pace will be most successful.

Responsible for coding Orthopedic, Podiatric, Spine and Hand services (specifically surgeries).

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week), based out of our Schaumburg location. 

Essential Function(s) of the Position:

• Ensure clean and timely data entry, charge posting and billing of claims
• Verify accuracy of medical record documentation and assign appropriate CPT codes
• Review ICD10 codes for accuracy, sequencing and specificity
• Add modifiers as appropriate
• Educate the medical staff regarding coding issues
• Stay current with relevant coding and insurance guidelines and policies
• Demonstrate willingness to work in a team environment
• Conducts self in accordance with the employee manual and maintain strict confidentiality policies
• Meet with doctors as needed in practice setting to provide current, accurate data
• Review and appeal denials
• Other duties as assigned.

Full-time Benefits Offered:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• 401(k) Employer Matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance (Employer Paid)
• Long-Term Disability (Employer Paid)
• Voluntary Additional Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Critical Illness Benefit
• Voluntary Accidental Benefit
• Voluntary ID Shield Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off

Job Requirements:

Education/Experience:

· High School Diploma or equivalent

· Certified Professional Coder with minimum of 2 years of experience in Orthopedic/Spine Surgery coding

· Experience performing pre-certifications

· Experience with third-party insurance (Workers Comp, Motor Vehicle, Liability)

· Experience appealing a claim 

· Medical Billing experience

· Medical Coding experience

Licensing/Certifications:

· CPC (Certified Professional Coder) or Equivalent REQUIRED

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Complete knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding and documentation requirements REQUIRED

· Medical Terminology REQUIRED

· Electronic Medical Record (EMR) software experience for Athena PREFERRED

· Administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as Word, Excel and Outlook REQUIRED