Job Description
Align yourself with an organization that has a reputation for excellence! Cedars-Sinai was awarded the National Research Corporation's Consumer Choice Award 19 years in a row for providing the highest-quality medical care in Los Angeles. We also were awarded the Advisory Board Company's Workplace of the Year. We provide an outstanding benefit package that includes healthcare, paid time off and a 403(b). Join us!
Discover why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America's Best Hospitals. What will you be doing in this role?
Under general direction of the Coding Supervisor, (using knowledge of CSMC and Official Coding guidelines, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and pathological basis of disease, documented treatment and procedures performed at CSMC and Cedars-Sinai Affiliates and their locations) assigns ICD-10-CM and CPT codes for patients receiving services at CSMC. Accurately assigns all applicable modifiers for all patients to assure optimal reimbursement and the highest quality data possible.
Duties of this Coder II include:
• Performs accurate and timely coding (CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS, modifiers). • Maintains familiarity with issues like coding regulations, Medicare rules, visits and procedures on the same day, consultation vs. referral, surgeries, etc. • Understands and implements coding guidelines for multi-specialty surgical practices and/or complex surgical coding. • Attends seminars and workshops, as applicable, for updates on new coding rules and regulations. • Elevates issues, as appropriate, to the Coding Supervisor and Manager. • Meets productivity and quality standards as designated by Coding Supervisor and Manager. • Understands coding trends to include NCD, LCD, and CMS guidelines. • Identifies trends and issues with overall division and individual physician coding practices and presents solutions. • Maintains confidentiality of patient care and business matters. • Follows policies and procedures pertinent to the coding and compliance departments.
Qualifications
Requrements:
• Certified Procedural Coder (CPC) required. • Certified Surgical Specialty Credentials (CGSC or others) preferred. • High school diploma or GED required.
Experience we are Seeking:
• Minimum of 3 years of surgical coding experience within a multi-specialty medical group or multi-specialty physician practice (i.e., Orthopedics, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Neurosurgery, General Surgery, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Gastroenterology). • Familiarity with ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 coding and payment methodologies. • Working knowledge of all California and National reporting requirements.
Why Work Here?
Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and vacation, and a 403(b) we take pride in hiring the best, most passionate employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our commitment to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.
Cedars Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the United States, and it is the largest private academic medical center in the Western United States. The Cedars Sinai main campus, which encompasses nearly 24 acres, is located at the point where the cities of Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, and West Hollywood meet. Cedars Sinai has been recognized annually by U.S. News & World Report’s top 10 best hospitals in the U.S. The institution most recently placed No. 7 among a select group of 20 Honor Roll hospitals and ranked nationally in a dozen specialties. In addition, Cedars Sinai ranked No. 3 in California and No. 2 in the Los Angeles metro area.
Within Cedars Sinai, the Institute for Research on Health Aging conducts multi-disciplinary research that prioritizes the prevention of cardiovascular disease, neurocognitive disease, and cancer. Our focus is on translating new research discoveries into pragmatic interventions aimed at promoting healthy aging across diverse populations. Our approach involves human physiology, cohort, and clinical trial studies and our team includes established experts in population, clinical, translational, basic, and data science.