MMG Coder II - Orthopedic

Company: Methodist Health System
Location: Dallas
Posted on: September 3, 2024

Job Description:

Hours of Work :40Days Of Week :Monday - FridayWork Shift :Job Description :Read and interpret medical record documentation in support of surgical procedures, office encounters, diagnostic and pathological services and assign accurate and complete CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 codes, as well as modifiers and units to the source document for claim submission.The coder will be responsive to provider questions by performing the necessary research into coding inquiries and follow through with written communication to educate the provider in correct coding and documentation.The coder will be assigned specialty specific work queue(s) to include Orthopedic Trauma, General Orthopedics and/or Neurosurgery.Charge Review work queues containing CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 codes from current patient encounters will be assigned for the coders pre-claim review. The work queues contain charges that require a coders astute and detailed review to determine accuracy of assigned codes, missing codes, the need for modifiers and other coding-related deficiencies.Will be responsible for specialty specific claim edit work queues to review and correct edits for timely submission to the payer.Participates in education programs and monthly department meetings. Communicate clearly and openly.Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment.Be accountable for your performance.Take initiative for your professional growth.Be engaged and eager to build a winning team.Always look for ways to improve the patient experience.Maintains 90% or higher coding accuracy.Maintains department required production.Other duties as assigned.Methodist Medical Group is the North Texas physician organization affiliated with Methodist Health System. Our fast-growing network of providers includes more than 60 healthcare clinics, an urgent care clinic, and a virtual care service known as MethodistNOW. Our employees enjoy not only competitive salaries but also the outstanding benefits package of Methodist Health System, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; a matched retirement plan; an employee wellness program; and more. The opportunities for career growth are equally generous. Our affiliation means being part of an award-winning workplace:150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Beckers Hospital Review, 2023Top 10 Military Friendly Employer, Gold Designation, 2023Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employer, 2023by Jobble

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