SURGICAL CODER - (EXPERIENCED CODER) IN PERSON - LAKE GROVE, NY (SUFFOLK COUNTY, LONG ISLAND)

SURGICAL CODER

(Experienced Coder)

IN PERSON

• LAKE

GROVE, NY

(SUFFOLK

COUNTY, LONG ISLAND

) Office Location 2758 Middle Country Rd, Lake Grove, NY 11755 Job Opening Summary An experienced Surgical Coder acts as a specialist in reviewing operative reports and assigning accurate ICD-10, CPT, and modifier codes to ensure maximum compliant reimbursement.

Qualifications:

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Minimum Experience:

Generally 1-3 years of professional coding experience required, often with specific focus on surgical abstraction.

Certification:

CPC (Certified Professional Coder) or CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) from AAPC or AHIMA is required.

Knowledge:

In-depth knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.

• Minimum 2 years of surgical medical coding experience required.
• Proficiency in EMR systems (e.g., Epic)
• Strong knowledge of Medicare LCDs/NCDs and commercial insurance guidelines.
• Experience in Orthopedics, Plastic, or General Surgery is often a plus.

Core Responsibilities:

Surgical Review:

Review complex operative reports and physician documentation to accurately assign

CPT, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS

codes and Modifiers.

Revenue Capture:

Resolve discrepancies, claim scrubber edits, and coding-related denials to optimize revenue cycle operations.

Documentation Improvement:

Query physicians and clinical staff regarding ambiguous, missing, or contradictory documentation.

Multi-specialty Focus:

Handle coding across various specialties, often covering neurosurgery, thoracic, general, orthopedic surgery, etc..

Salary Range:

Minimum 2 years' experience in surgical coding

• Hourly:

  $21 and above
• Commensurate to experience

Job Type:

Full-time

• Monday to Friday, In Person We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages.

Please submit your resume along with any relevant certifications or training to: pcshr@phycaresolutions.com

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.00

• $28.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person