Specialty Physician Coder Safeguard Fountain Valley, CA Job Details Contract $40 - $45 an hour 2 hours ago Qualifications Anatomy knowledge Teamwork Medical software Medical coding experience in physician offices High school diploma or GED Certified Professional Coder Medical terminology Hospital experience Time management Full Job Description We are seeking an experienced Specialty Physician Coder to join our healthcare team. This position is responsible for accurately reviewing and coding physician services, including office visits, hospital services, surgical procedures, diagnostic testing, and other inpatient and outpatient services. The Specialty Physician Coder will work closely with physicians, clinical teams, billing staff, and Coding Compliance to ensure accurate coding, regulatory compliance, and appropriate reimbursement.

MUST-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet the following requirements: Minimum 3 years of experience working as a medical coder in a hospital or physician office environment, including interaction with physicians Minimum 1 year of specialty coding experience in at least ONE of the following specialties: Cardiology Gastroenterology Medical Hematology/Oncology OBGYN Pulmonology General Surgery Radiation Oncology Current CPC (Certified Professional Coder) through

AAPC OR CCS

(Certified Coding Specialist) through AHIMA Expert knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology Proficiency with Epic software High School Diploma or GED Key Responsibilities Review medical records and accurately assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes. Code office, inpatient, outpatient, surgical, and procedural services according to established coding guidelines. Review and independently code surgical operative and procedure reports. Maintain established productivity and coding-quality standards. Review claim denials and claim edits and identify coding or billing issues. Analyze denial trends and identify opportunities to improve reimbursement. Review Missing Charge Reports to identify missed billable charges. Communicate coding findings, trends, and potential compliance concerns. Provide coding guidance and education to physicians and clinical partners. Collaborate with billing, insurance, customer service, and clinical teams to resolve coding and billing issues. Participate in specialty provider meetings and assist with follow-up action items. Support coding compliance initiatives and other projects as assigned. Additional Skills Successful candidates should have: Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills Excellent attention to detail Strong problem-solving abilities Knowledge of the healthcare revenue cycle Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities Professional communication skills when working with physicians and clinical teams Ability to handle confidential patient and business information appropriately Strong teamwork and collaboration skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office Preferred Qualifications Specialty-specific coding certification is preferred, including certifications such as: Certified Cardiology Coder (CCC) Certified Gastroenterology Coder (CGIC) Certified General Surgery Coder (CGSC) If you meet the required coding experience, specialty experience, and certification requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type:

Contract Pay:

$40.00 - $45.00 per hour Application Question(s): Do you have experience with any of these as a Specialty Coder and if so, how long:

Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Medical Hematology/Oncology, OBGYN, Pulmonology, General Surgery, or Radiation Oncology Experience:

medical coder in a hospital or physician office environment: 1 year (Required)

Specialty Coding:

1 year (Required) ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding: 2 years (Required)

Epic:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Current CPC through

AAPC OR CCS

through AHIMA (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Fountain Valley, CA 92728 (Required)

Work Location:

In person