[Hiring] Coder II - Surgical @Cedars-Sinai

Role Description

Under general direction of the Coding Supervisor, the Coder II assigns ICD-10-CM and CPT codes for patients receiving services at CSMC. Responsibilities include:

• Performs accurate and timely coding (CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS, modifiers).
• Maintains familiarity with issues like coding regulations, Medicare rules, visits and procedures on the same day, consultation vs. referral, surgeries, etc.
• Understands and implements coding guidelines for multi-specialty surgical practices and/or complex surgical coding.
• Attends seminars and workshops, as applicable, for updates on new coding rules and regulations.
• Elevates issues, as appropriate, to the Coding Supervisor and Manager.
• Meets productivity and quality standards as designated by Coding Supervisor and Manager.
• Understands coding trends to include NCD, LCD, and CMS guidelines.
• Identifies trends and issues with overall division and individual physician coding practices and presents solutions.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient care and business matters.
• Follows policies and procedures pertinent to the coding and compliance departments.

*Approved Remote States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Minnesota, Nevada, Oregon, Texas*

Please provide a cover letter detailing your specific cardiothoracic and/or cardiovascular coding experience.

Benefits

• Outstanding benefit package that includes healthcare.
• Paid time off.
• 403(b) plan.

Company Description

Cedars-Sinai has a reputation for excellence, having been awarded the National Research Corporation’s Consumer Choice Award 19 years in a row for providing the highest-quality medical care in Los Angeles. Additionally, it was awarded the Advisory Board Company’s Workplace of the Year.

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