OP Ancillary/Physician Coder 26-00053
Alura Workforce Solutions
Fountain Valley, CA
OP Ancillary/Physician Coder
Position Type: Temporary
Schedule: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Assignment Length: Approximately 3-Months, possibly longer.
DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Coding Compliance Manager, the OP Ancillary/Physician Coder plays a key role in reviewing and analyzing billing and coding for charge processing. This position is responsible for accurately reviewing and coding office, hospital, and surgical procedures to ensure compliant reimbursement. The coder will assign and sequence appropriate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for inpatient and outpatient services, diagnostic tests, and other medical services rendered.
This is a ProFee coding-only role (no HCC coders) with a strong emphasis on diagnostic radiology coding and bundling rules.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Analyze and interpret medical records to assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes
Review and code office, hospital, inpatient, outpatient, and surgical procedures
Follow established workflows for claim denials and work Follow-Up work queues
Identify billing/coding improvement opportunities and analyze denial trends
Participate in coding compliance monitoring and clinical documentation improvement initiatives
Perform monthly provider coding change analysis and educate providers as needed
Work weekly Missing Charge Reports to identify missed billable charges
Maintain productivity and quality standards established by management
Collaborate with Physician Billing Services, Insurance, and Customer Service teams
Ensure compliance with organizational policies and coding regulations
Maintain patient confidentiality and professional conduct at all times
Minimum 3 years of experience in a hospital or physician office setting as a medical coder
Experience interacting directly with physicians
Expert knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS
Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
Solid knowledge of the healthcare revenue cycle
EPIC experience required
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Detail-oriented, dependable, and professional
Hard Requirements
Must reside in California
Minimum 3 years of physician/professional fee coding experience
Strong expertise in diagnostic radiology coding and bundling rules
Radiology coding experience required
Knowledge of charge submission within EPIC
ProFee coding experience only (No HCC coders)
Active CPC, CCS, or equivalent certification (AAPC or AHIMA)
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