Coder Trainee

Surgical Notes is hiring an ASC Medical Coder Trainee to provide accurate and timely coding for our ambulatory surgical clients. The ideal candidate has excellent organizational skills, communication skills, with the desire and ability to learn quickly. Working as a part of the team to meet deadlines but also being able to work independently is crucial to success in this position. Our organization prides itself on being built upon a set of strong core values. We are looking for a candidate who will actively exhibit these core values: Service Excellence, Transparency, Teamwork, Accountability, Hard work, and Positive Attitude.

External Title:

Coder Trainee Internal Title: India Coding Individual Contributor 1

Reports to: Coding Team Leader

Responsibilities:

•  Review operative reports to abstract information and apply CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10- CM codes
•  Provide coding for all Level 1 procedures (ASC)
•  Verify LCD/NCD information as appropriate
•  Utilize NCCI edits, AMA CPT Assistant, AHA Coding Clinic, and other resources as needed
•  Initiate physician queries as needed
•  Escalate coding/documentation problems when appropriate
•  Participate in ongoing coding trainings
•  Perform other related duties as required/assigned

Role Information:

•  Full-Time
•  Hourly
•  Non-Exempt
•  Working within our business operating hours of India (IST)
•  Eligible for Benefits

Job Requirements:

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Education:

•  Graduate in any discipline.
•  Experience working in an /Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)
•  Coding certification through AAPC or AHIMA (CPC, COC, RHIT, CCS, etc.). Apprentice designation accepted.
• Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
•  Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•  Flexibility to assume new tasks or assignments as needed
•  Strong attention to detail and speed while working within tight deadlines
•  Exceptional ability to follow oral and written instructions
•  A high degree of flexibility and professionalism
•  Excellent organizational skills
•  Outstanding communications skills; both verbal and written
•  Strong Microsoft Office skills in Excel, Outlook, and Teams

Physical Demands:

•  Sitting and typing for an extended period
•  Reading from a computer screen for an extended period
•  Work environment of a traditional fast-paced and deadline-oriented office
•  Working closely with others
•  Frequent verbal communication, primarily over the phone, and face-to-face interaction
•  Working independently
•  Frequent use of a computer and other office equipment
•  Work environment of a traditional fast-paced and deadline-oriented office

Key Competencies:

•  Job Knowledge/Technical Knowledge
•  Productivity
•  Initiative/Execution
• Flexibility
•  Quality Control
•  Technological aptitude
•  Organization
•  Time & Attendance/ Dependability