Clinical Coder II

Clinical Coder II

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of professional medical coding experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute 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.

The Clinical Coder II performs highly technical and specialized functions and is primarily responsible for performing CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 coding in accordance with all UFP, B/AR and department standards related to billing protocols and compliance.  The Coder II reviews, analyzes, and codes diagnostic and procedural information that determines insurance payments.  The Coder II is also responsible for performing various administrative and clerical duties and on an as needed basis.

Responsibilities Include:

Completion of coding including data entry Epic, Cadence and Resolute. Accurately identifies and codes services using appropriate source documents (clinic note, chart documentation, dictated note or operative report) diagnoses and procedures performed by physicians using ICD-10-CM and CPT classification system.

Posts all charges daily using appropriate ICD-10 and CPT codes, insurance FSC’s, modifiers, and includes pre-certification numbers, referring physicians, secondary providers and documentation when applicable.  

Performs a comprehensive review for the record to assure the presence of all component parts such as: patient and record identification, signatures and dates where required, and other necessary data in the presence of all reports which appear to be indicated by the nature of the treatment rendered. Review the records for compliance with established third-party reimbursement agencies and special screening criteria.

Maintains up-to-date knowledge base of current coding and compliance information/guidelines. Maintains knowledge base of coding and compliance information.

$23 - $25 Hourly 

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of professional medical coding experience.   Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Certified Professional Coder (CPC), American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Certified Compliance Professional-Physician (CCP-P) or Certified Coding Specialists (CCS-P) required.

Experience with EPIC.

Knowledgeable of the fiscal requirements, policies, and procedures of federal, state, and University of Florida UF Health programs.

Advance knowledge of medical codes involving selection of most accurate and descriptive code using the CPT codes for billing of third-party resources.

Be able to follow instructions and work independently.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. 

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. See UF’s Veteran's Preference Page for more details.

This is a time-limited position.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a sufficient applicant pool has been established.