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Coder Certified – Orthopedic Surgery
WashU ITRemote certified coder reviewing orthopedic surgery records and assigning CPT/ICD codes. Supporting physicians and billing workflows at Washington University in St.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in medical coding, including ICD-10 and CPT coding, while effectively collaborating with physicians to ensure accurate documentation and coding practices. Proficient in medical terminology and capable of leading and assisting coding staff in policy interpretation.
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ICD-10 CodingCPT CodingMedical Billing and CodingAHIMA Coding CredentialsAAPC Coding Credentials
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Hard Skills
ICD-10 Procedure Coding SystemEvaluation and Management CodingMedical Record Documentation ReviewCase Report Preparation
Soft Skills
CollaborationCommunication
Tools & Technologies
Computer Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
AHIMA (CCA, CCS, CCS-P)AAPC (CPC, CPC-A, CPC-H, CPC-H-A)
Industry Keywords
Medical TerminologyDocumentation Requirements
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Review medical record documentation to identify pertinent facts for comprehensive diagnosis and procedure coding
- Code evaluation and management to the appropriate CPT code and diagnoses to the appropriate ICD-9 code
- Meet with physicians to review documentation, resolve coding, and secure signatures for unsigned dates of service
- Tag files for follow-up
- Act as lead person and assist coders and IBC staff with medical terminology and policy interpretation
- Assist efforts to increase physician awareness of documentation requirements
- Prepare case reports and initiate follow-up for the billing process
Requirements
What you’ll need- Must have one of the following coding credentials: AHIMA (CCA, CCS, or CCS-P); AAPC (CPC, CPC-A, CPC-H, CPC-H-A, or one of the AAPC specialty-specific coding credentials)
- Previous coding experience or experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in a related field preferred
- Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding preferred
- Computer Systems
- ICD-10 Procedure Coding System
- Medical Billing and Coding
- Medical Terminology
- A diploma, certification or degree is not required
- No specific work experience is required
- A driver's license is not required
Benefits
Comp & perks- Up to 22 days of vacation
- 10 recognized holidays
- Sick time
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance
- Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees
- Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, with employee and university contributions starting at 7%
- Wellness challenges
- Annual health screenings
- Mental health resources
- Mindfulness programs and courses
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Financial resources
- Access to dietitians
- 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child
- Family care resources for childcare needs
- Adult care resources
- Tuition coverage for the employee and family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years