Illinois Licensed Surgery Coder

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Surgery Coder.

Key Responsibilities

• Assign appropriate ICD-10 and CPT codes to diagnoses and procedures in compliance with guidelines
• Communicate with Patient Accounts for clarification on coding and billing issues
• Maintain knowledge of coding guidelines and accurately code a minimum of 8-10 accounts per hour

Required Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Tech (RHIT), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), or a graduate of a relevant Health Information Management program
• Detail-oriented with the ability to analyze and interpret clinical data
• Excellent communication skills for interaction with physicians and staff
• Ability to use independent judgment in assessing documentation and applying coding guidelines
• Competence in using personal computers and email; must pass a prerequisite coding exam