Profee Surgical Coder (CPC) - Ortho

We are seeking an experienced Certified Professional Coder with strong professional-fee outpatient surgical coding experience in Orthopedics. This position requires hands-on experience assigning ICD-10-CM and CPT codes for physician services, with a strong emphasis Orthopedic Surgery coding.One year contractKey ResponsibilitiesPerform professional-fee coding for Orthopedic surgical services.Assign accurate ICD-10-CM and CPT codes based on documentation and current coding guidelines.Review documentation to ensure appropriate coding and billing.Support reimbursement follow-up, accounts receivable, and collection activities.Maintain compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and other payer regulations.Stay current on coding guidelines, documentation requirements, and payer regulations.Required QualificationsStrong recent experience with Orthopedic Surgery coding.Meditech experience Professional/physician coding experience.Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT.Knowledge of physician billing and reimbursement.Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations.Coding certification: CPC, CCA, CCS-P, CPC-H, RHIA, RHIT, or related certification.Minimum 2 years of coding experience; 5+ years preferred.High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or higher preferred.This role is heavily focused on Orthopedic Surgery. Candidates should have direct, hands-on experience coding these specialties.