Medical Coding Auditor - Surgery Coding

Medical Coding Auditor

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of activities involving the

  audit of medical records coding

  , ensuring accurate diagnosis and CPT code assignment as per

  ICD-10 and CPT-4 systems

  .
• Conduct both coding and auditing for

  Outpatient and/or Inpatient records

  , maintaining a minimum of

  96% accuracy

  and meeting all turnaround time requirements.
• Consistently exceed productivity standards as per the norms for inpatient and/or specialty-specific outpatient coding.
• Maintain a high degree of

  professional and ethical standards

  .
• Focus on

  continuous improvement

  by working on projects that enable customers to prevent revenue leakage while ensuring compliance with standards.
• Continuously update coding skills, knowledge, and accuracy by participating in coding team meetings and educational conferences.

Skills

• Expertise in medical coding systems, including

  CPT-4, ICD-9, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding

  .
• Strong understanding of

  coding procedures and medical terminology

  in an ambulatory setting.
• Proficiency in

  medical coding audit

  methodologies.
• Excellent analytical skills for identifying coding discrepancies and areas for improvement.
• Strong knowledge of

  medical and billing systems, regulatory requirements, auditing concepts, and principles

  .
• Commitment to high accuracy and productivity.

Qualifications

• Graduates in

  life sciences

  with relevant experience in

  Surgery coding

  .
• Experience in

  Medical Coding Audit and Physician Education

  , preferably in Surgery Coding, will be a plus.
• A

  current coding certification with valid proof is a must

  .
• A

  CCS, CPC, CPC-H, CIC, or COC certification from AAPC /AHIMA is a plus

  .