Certified Physician Coder

Daily Responsibilities:  

• Reviews medical records and codes physician services utilizing current

• ICD and CPT classifications systems.

• Verifies billable physician services by reviewing physician documentation for adherence to the “Physician At Teaching

Hospital” rules set forth by the federal government.

• Submits to their Senior Coder any issues or trends found within the documentation of a particular physician for evaluation and follow up.

• Assembles and inputs coding results into the current Practice

• Management billing system in order to expedite proper billing.

• Batches and balances daily charges checking provider, place of service, date of service, referring physician, diagnoses

and procedures

• Collaborates with members of the specialty team to monitor and satisfy corporate financial goals within their specialty.

• Interfaces with the Central Business Office to ensure appropriate and complete follow up of patient accounts in order to maximize reimbursement.

• Communicates effectively with physicians, physician extenders, physician offices, members of the coding team and

manager.

• Utilizes resource material available in department to support accurate coding practices.

• Maintains patient confidentiality.

• Demonstrates good communication skills both verbal and written.

• Provides data for production reports

• Maintains 90% accuracy rate.

• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and otherfederal, state and local standards.

• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.