Job Description
Coder I – Same Day Surgery
The Coder I – Same Day Surgery position is responsible for accurately assigning ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for outpatient encounters in accordance with Official Coding Guidelines, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements. This role supports appropriate reimbursement and contributes to compliance, quality reporting, and data integrity for the Powers Health hospitals.
Maintains or exceeds minimum coding accuracy and productivity standards per unit procedure.
Possesses knowledge of Medicare medical necessity regulations, ABN, NCCI, OCE edits and proper modifier usage.
Works closely with physicians, physician support staff, internal and external customers as it relates to code assignment for reimbursement purposes.
Follows up timely on outstanding coding or requests to review coding in order to expedite billing and reimbursement.
Assists the Supervisor on implementing appropriate and efficient workfl...