Surgical Coder Responsibilities:
- Reviewing surgical documentation, including operative reports, progress notes, and discharge summaries, to identify all procedures performed
- Assigning appropriate ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and CPT procedure codes, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines and regulations
- Abstracting key information from medical records to support accurate coding and billing
- Working closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to clarify documentation and resolve coding discrepancies
- Keeping up-to-date with coding updates and changes in regulations
- Identifying and reporting coding errors or inconsistencies
- Participating in coding audits and quality assurance activities
- Maintaining a high level of coding accuracy and productivity
- Performing other related duties as assigned
Surgical Coder Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree or relevant certification preferred
- Current and active certification from AAPC (e.g., CPC, COC, CCS-P) or AHIMA (e.g., CCS)
- Minimum of 1 year of proven surgical coding experience
- Strong understanding of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding systems
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
- Familiarity with surgical procedures across various specialties
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and practice management software (specify software if applicable, e.g., Epic, Cerner, etc.)
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively
If you meet the criteria, we invite you to apply today!
Thank you,
Emma Swords
Recruiter
LaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.
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