Coder II

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Abstracts data in compliance with national, regional, and local policies, and interprets and reviews medical record
documentation to assign accurate ICD-10 diagnosis and CPT procedure codes.
· Utilizes practice management system (PMS) to accurately account for demographics and services performed for all
scheduled and unscheduled surgical cases according to standard procedures and coding guidelines.
· Utilizes individual hospital medical record systems and coordinates with physicians and staff to obtain clinical documents
and demographics required for appropriate coding and billing for all hospital procedures.
· Provides education and support to clinical areas regarding appropriate documentation and coding of services to achieve
accurate billing. Maintains effective communication with providers concerning coding issues.

EDUCATION
· High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge preferred.
· Accredited by the American Health Information Management Association (CCS-P) or the American Academy of Professional
Coders (CPC)

EXPERIENCE
· At least three years of experience in provider coding and medical terminology with extensive knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and
HCPC coding required.
· Preferred specialty experience in areas of Orthopedics, Neurology, Physical Medicine, and Rehabilitation or Pain
Management.

REQUIREMENTS
· A minimum of one of the following credentials: CCS-P or CPC.
· Meets established coding and abstracting quality and productivity standards.
· Experience with various coding software. Previous experience with remote coding is preferred. Possesses PC skills, both
keyboarding and applications.
· Requires a good understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and disease processes.
· Ability to work independently.
· Excellent attention to detai