DaMar Staffing
Florida, NY
Job Description
Description
The Certified Medical Coder is responsible for coordinating, verifying and coding appropriate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes for all surgical procedures within our orthopedic practice in a timely manner.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Codes surgical procedures performed and diagnosis on charge.
Verifies and completes charge information in database and produces billing.
Provides additional information and reports to physicians and staff on appropriate codes.
Appends modifiers when appropriate.
Performance Requirements
Knowledge
Knowledge of medical practices and surgical procedures - specifically in orthopedics
Knowledge of computerized billing, EMR/EPM system. Athena Healthcare experience a plus!
Knowledge of traditional insurance plans, HMO/PPO’s, Medicare, Medicaid, and Worker’s Comp.
Knowledge medical terminology and anatomy of the body.
Skills
Proficient skills in computer programs including spreadsheets.
Skill in written and verbal...