Specialty Coder – Orthopedics

Infinx

Medical Coder supporting orthopedics coding and ensuring compliance at Infinx. Involves coding, auditing, and process improvements in a remote role.

Posted 7/14/2026contractRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in ICD-10 and CPT coding, with a strong focus on orthopedic procedures and denial management. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of coding practices and regulatory changes while effectively resolving coding-related issues.

Highest-signal resume keywords

CPC CertificationICD-10-CM CodingOrthopedic Surgery CodingEClinicalWorks ExperienceDenial Management

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Hard Skills

ICD-10 CodingCPT CodingModifier ApplicationCharge EntryCoding AuditsE/M GuidelinesEncoder/Grouper ToolsClaim Edit ConceptsDenial ResolutionDocumentation Standards

Soft Skills

Independent WorkProblem SolvingAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

EClinicalWorksEHR Workflows

Certifications & Qualifications

CPCCOCCCS-P

Industry Keywords

OrthopedicsMusculoskeletal ProceduresPayer Policy ResearchHIPAA ComplianceAudit Expectations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Accurately assign and appropriately sequence ICD-10 and CPT codes and all applicable modifiers
Contact clients as appropriate when documentation in the medical record is inadequate, ambiguous or unclear for coding purposes
Monitor regulatory and payer changes as they apply to diagnostic and procedure coding
Research and resolve coding related system edits, payer rejections and insurance denials
Identify system edit, payer rejection, and insurance denial trends for client policy and procedure improvement
Maintain up to date knowledge of the current changes of coding practices by continuing education and reading resource material
Other innovative and progressive duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active credentials such as CPC, COC, or CCS-P (coding certification must be role-aligned)
3+ years of experience in orthopedics physician coding
Experience with charge entry and coding-related denial resolution
Experience with eClinicalWorks preferred
Experience with Orthopedic surgery, office visits, imaging, and musculoskeletal procedures preferred
Experience with coding audits, second-level reviews, and coder coaching preferred
Familiarity with denial management, payer policy research, and appeals support preferred
Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, PCS, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers, and E/M guidelines
Experience with encoder/grouper tools, EHR workflows, and claim edit concepts (e.g., NCCI)
Experience coding without encoder/grouper tools
Working knowledge of HIPAA, documentation standards, and audit expectations
Ability to work independently in a remote, metric-driven environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Access to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Additional benefits, including Pet Care Coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and discounted services