Surgery Coding Specialist

Job Summary

To support surgical and complex specialties, the full-time remote Surgery Coding Specialist will deliver proactive coding education, lead compliance training for clinicians, and provide individualized documentation feedback while ensuring accurate coding practices.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver proactive coding education through newsletters, scorecards, and presentations on coding guidelines and payer requirements
• Lead onboarding and compliance training for employed physicians and advanced practice providers, ensuring accurate documentation from the start
• Serve as the primary contact for coding inquiries, coordinating with internal teams to resolve complex coding issues and enhance documentation practices

Required qualifications

• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Coding Specialist (CCS), Coding Specialist - Physician (CCS-P), or Professional Coder (CPC) certification
• Completion of advanced training through a recognized or accredited program equivalent to post-secondary education
• Typically requires 4 years of experience in expert-level professional coding
• In-depth knowledge of ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines
• Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology