As a member of the care team, the Certified Coder is responsible for working collaboratively with other team members to assure the safe, timely and accurate delivery of patient care.
The Certified Coder is responsible for accurate and timely coding of surgeries, consults and E&M visits.
Customer Service
Operates within the concept of patient focused care
Delivers caring, timely service with positive body language
Presents good telephone skills
Greets patients at every stage of the visit
Responds promptly to patient needs requests
Responds promptly to Physician and team member requests and inquiries
Participates as an active, positive member of the TOI team
Certified CoderDuties
Reviews all surgery charge slips
Works with physicians on procedures and charges
Knows how to use ICD-10, CPT, CCI and coding companion books to assign appropriate codes and modifiers
Assigns appropriate codes using ICD-10 and CPT
Requests details from clinical staff when information is not recorded
Determines and records other required medical information, as necessary
Updates coding procedures and guidelines as needed; stays current with changes in reimbursement regulations
Works with billers on denials to obtain full reimbursement
Interfaces with other agencies that assist our physicians and ones we assist (i.e. labs, pharmacies, orthopaedic equipment, other physician offices)
Audits charts for coding accuracy
Enhances professional growth and development through education programs and conferences
Performs related work, as required
Maintains all patient confidentiality and HIPAA rules and regulations
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
AHIMA or AAPC Certification
One year of work experience in a medical setting
Knowledge of medical terminology
Word processing and computer experience
Mental/Physical Requirements
Ability to work well under pressure with diverse groups of professionals and physicians
Ability to communicate written and oral ideas and plan effectively
Requires good communication and organizational skills
Requires reasoning ability and good independent judgment
Must be sensitive to cultural and bilingual issues
Requires working under stressful conditions and irregular hours
Requires working with frequent interruptions
Requires tolerance of standing or sitting posture up to (4 hours) continuously, for a total of up to (10 hours) per (12 hours)
Required to operate computer keyboard, mouse, and monitor for a total of up to (8 hours) per (12 hours)
Working Conditions (environmental)
Risk of occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM)
Possible risk of physical injury due to moving machinery and supplies
All positions with Tucson Orthopaedic Institute are to demonstrate due care in the use and communication of patients’ protected health information. It is every employee’s principal job function to ensure patient confidentiality and failure to maintain confidentiality may, and will, result in sanction and/or discharge.
If you work well in a warm, friendly and professional atmosphere, and are driven by the opportunity to make a difference and provide outstanding customer service; submit your resume tocareers@www.tucsonortho.com .
We offer excellent Medical benefits, Free Life insurance, Free Short-term Disability insurance, 401k Matching, Profit Sharing and a smoke and drug free environment. EOE
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