Classification Title:

Clinical Coder II

Job Description:

The Department of Surgery is seeking a full-time Clinical Coder II position to assure that all clinical evaluation and management procedure services are captured, coded, and billed accurately and timely. Primary area of responsibility will be Surgical Critical Care. Candidates are required to be certified by one of the following institutions: Certified Professional Coder (CPC)/ American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS-P) required. This position is remote, however, an on-site training period may be required based on experience and qualifications.

Duties include:

Performing highly specialized diagnosis and procedure coding for all non-operative and operative procedures performed.
Verify all patient data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
Review reports to determine billable services and apply the appropriate codes in a timely manner.
Accurate and timely processing of charges in EPIC.
Contacting Physicians or other clinical staff when appropriate to discuss coding, documentation, and/or compliance problems.
Discuss coding, documentation, and compliance issues with co-workers on coding, documentation, and/or compliance issues.
Demonstrating proficiency in the preparation and communication of physician queries.
Remain current on coding and compliance information/guidelines and become an expert in this specialized area of coding.
Performs independent research and generates reports as requested by the department chairman, division chiefs, and faculty members via the Assistant Director regarding amounts billed versus amounts paid to determine the effectiveness of coding practices.
Review reimbursement reports and track payments for coding issues.
Review reports from University of Florida Physicians reflecting payments for charges and use this information to determine if coding is appropriate.

Expected Salary:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of professional medical coding experience.

Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may be substituted at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Certified Professional Coder (CPC)/American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS-P) required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to code for both diagnosis and procedure required.
Epic system knowledge preferred.
The incumbent must be comfortable speaking with physicians and payers regarding procedure and diagnosis relationships, billing rules, and payment variances.
Incumbent should be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word

Special Instructions to Applicants:

For consideration, you must apply online. Please upload your cover letter of interest, resume, and three professional references.

The University of Florida is committed to nondiscrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information, and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.
This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:No

Clinical Coder II - Surgery