[Hiring] General Surgery/GI Coder @Methodist Health System

Role Description

Responsible for the review of medical record documentation for accurate and compliant assignment of CPT®, HCPCS and ICD-10 codes for professional services. Engages in research and educational opportunities with the MMG healthcare provider community to advance the accuracy and payment of professional services.

• Read and interpret medical record documentation in support of surgical procedures, office encounters, diagnostic and pathological services.
• Assign accurate and complete CPT®, HCPCS and ICD-10 codes, as well as modifiers and units to the source document for claim submission.
• Respond to provider’s questions by performing necessary research into coding inquiries and follow through with written communication to educate the provider in correct coding and documentation.
• Assigned specialty specific work queue(s) to include Neurosurgery and possible coverage for Orthopedics.
• Common procedures include, but are not limited to:
  • Laminectomy/Laminotomy/Discectomy
  • Spinal Fusion/Instrumentation
  • Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)
  • Stereotactic Brain Procedures
  • Selective Catheterizations
  • Burr Holes/Craniotomy/Craniectomy
• Charge Review work queues containing CPT®, HCPCS and ICD-10 codes from current patient encounters will be assigned for pre-claim review.
• Responsible for specialty specific claim edit work queues to review and correct edits for timely submission to the payer.
• Participates in education programs and monthly department meetings. Communicate clearly and openly.
• Maintains 90% or higher coding accuracy.
• Maintains department’s required production.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree is an asset.
• A minimum of two years of professional coding experience; demonstrated experience in procedural/surgical coding.
• Strong knowledge of CMS manuals, federal and regulatory guidelines and correct coding policies.
• Independently disciplined in time management and productivity.
• Experience in electronic medical record software, preferably Epic.
• Microsoft Office proficient.
• Ability to communicate written and oral coding information to healthcare professionals.

Requirements

• Core coding certification credential from AAPC or AHIMA: CPC, CCS-P required.
• Not required, but a bonus: Completion of Advanced Neurology and Neurosurgery Coding Course from AAPC; CIRCC.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Matched retirement plan.
• Employee wellness program.
• Opportunities for career growth.

Company Description

Methodist Medical Group is the North Texas physician organization affiliated with Methodist Health System. Our fast-growing network of providers includes more than 92 MMG ambulatory clinics, an urgent care clinic, and a virtual care service known as MethodistNOW.

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