Professional Surgical Coder Job at South Shore Health (Weymouth)

New

Professional Medical Coder

Under experienced leadership the Professional Surgical Coder is an advanced codi...

Location

United States , Weymouth

Salary:

30.25 - 43.30 USD / Hour

South Shore Health

Expiration Date

March 20, 2026

Requirements

Equivalent to an Associate's Degree in Medical Information Technology (with course work in medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, disease processes, ICD-10-CM coding required and prospective payment preferred)
Two to three (2-3) years in a surgical practice preferred
CPC - Certified Professional Coder OR CCS-P Certified Coding Specialist- Physician Based
Strong proficient computer and data entry skills to gather and interpret data
Strong analytical skills to gather and interpret data

Job Responsibility

Analyzes patient medical records and interprets documentation to identify all diagnoses and procedures performed
Assigns proper ICD-10CM and CPT-4 diagnostic and procedural codes to charts and related records
Identifies any and/or all complications or comorbidities
Assesses the appropriateness of medical record documentation to ensure that it supports the procedure(s), diagnosis', as well as complications and/or comorbid conditions documented
Answers provider/clinician questions regarding coding principles
Remains abreast of developments in medical record technology by pursuing a program of professional growth and development
Works collaboratively with appropriate team members to recommend strategies for process improvement
Assists in responses to billing review requests
Abides by Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Meets coding, quality and productivity standards

Parttime

New

Clinician Coding Liaison - Surgical Specialties

Location

United States , Aurora

Salary:

35.50 - 53.25 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification, or Coding Specialist (CCS) certification, or Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS-P) certification issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or Professional Coder (CPC) certification issued by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Additional specialty credential preferred
Completion of advanced training through a recognized or accredited program, equivalent in scope and rigor to post-secondary education or equivalent knowledge. High school diploma or GED required
Typically requires 4 years of experience in expert-level professional coding
Advanced Coding Expertise: In-depth knowledge of ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines, ensuring accurate and compliant coding practices
Medical Terminology & Anatomy: Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology to support precise code assignment
Epic & Reporting Solutions: Advanced knowledge of Epic and other reporting tools to analyze data, generate reports, and optimize workflow efficiencies
Critical Thinking & Analytical Skills: Highly proficient in problem-solving and analytical thinking with strong attention to detail
Interpersonal Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to educate and collaborate effectively with physicians, APCs, clinical leadership, and coding teams
Advanced Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, electronic coding applications, and email communication
Organizational & Prioritization Skills: Ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Job Responsibility

Deliver proactive coding education through newsletters, scorecards, and presentations, covering CPT (E&M, modifiers), ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, Risk Adjustment, payer requirements, and rejection resolutions
Lead onboarding and compliance training for all employed Physicians/APPs, including Locum Tenens, residents, and students, ensuring documentation accuracy from the start
Provide individualized documentation feedback by reviewing new clinician records and conducting spot checks, escalating non-coding issues to appropriate teams
Serve as the primary contact for coding inquiries, coordinating with internal teams to resolve complex issues such as NCCI bundling and high-complexity charge edits
Monitor Epic work queues (charge review, follow-up, claim edit) to ensure timely and accurate charge submissions and reduce claim denials
Collaborate across departments—including CMOs, Clinical Informatics, Risk Adjustment, and Population Health—to enhance documentation practices and system optimization
Participate in specialty and department meetings, identifying trends and delivering targeted education to improve coding and documentation accuracy
Refine Epic documentation tools, including templates, order entries, diagnosis lists, and SmartSets/SmartPhrases, to improve efficiency and accuracy
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including Medicare, Medicaid, and AHIMA’s Standards of Ethical Coding, while maintaining expert knowledge of evolving policies
Promote a culture of ethical coding and continuous improvement, supporting clinicians with timely updates, feedback, and education to ensure accurate reimbursement and compliance

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Fulltime

Clinician Coding Liaison - Surgical Specialties

Location

United States

Salary:

35.50 - 53.25 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification, or Coding Specialist (CCS) certification, or Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS-P) certification issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or Professional Coder (CPC) certification issued by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Additional specialty credential preferred.
Completion of advanced training through a recognized or accredited program, equivalent in scope and rigor to post-secondary education or equivalent knowledge. High school diploma or GED required.
Typically requires 4 years of experience in expert-level professional coding.
Advanced Coding Expertise: In-depth knowledge of ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines, ensuring accurate and compliant coding practices.
Medical Terminology & Anatomy: Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology to support precise code assignment.
Epic & Reporting Solutions: Advanced knowledge of Epic and other reporting tools to analyze data, generate reports, and optimize workflow efficiencies.
Critical Thinking & Analytical Skills: Highly proficient in problem-solving and analytical thinking with strong attention to detail.
Interpersonal Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to educate and collaborate effectively with physicians, APCs, clinical leadership, and coding teams.
Advanced Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, electronic coding applications, and email communication.
Organizational & Prioritization Skills: Ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibility

Deliver proactive coding education through newsletters, scorecards, and presentations, covering CPT (E&M, modifiers), ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, Risk Adjustment, payer requirements, and rejection resolutions.
Lead onboarding and compliance training for all employed Physicians/APPs, including Locum Tenens, residents, and students, ensuring documentation accuracy from the start.
Provide individualized documentation feedback by reviewing new clinician records and conducting spot checks, escalating non-coding issues to appropriate teams.
Serve as the primary contact for coding inquiries, coordinating with internal teams to resolve complex issues such as NCCI bundling and high-complexity charge edits.
Monitor Epic work queues (charge review, follow-up, claim edit) to ensure timely and accurate charge submissions and reduce claim denials.
Collaborate across departments—including CMOs, Clinical Informatics, Risk Adjustment, and Population Health—to enhance documentation practices and system optimization.
Participate in specialty and department meetings, identifying trends and delivering targeted education to improve coding and documentation accuracy.
Refine Epic documentation tools, including templates, order entries, diagnosis lists, and SmartSets/SmartPhrases, to improve efficiency and accuracy.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including Medicare, Medicaid, and AHIMA’s Standards of Ethical Coding, while maintaining expert knowledge of evolving policies.
Promote a culture of ethical coding and continuous improvement, supporting clinicians with timely updates, feedback, and education to ensure accurate reimbursement and compliance.

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Fulltime

New

Facility Coder III - Surgical Specialties

This role will have all responsibilities of coding assistant, coder I and II plu...

Location

United States , Charlotte

Salary:

28.55 - 42.85 USD / Hour

Advocate Aurora Health

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Coding Certification issued by American Academy of Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Typically requires 5 years of experience in professional coding that includes experiences in professional revenue cycle processes and health information workflows.
Advanced training beyond High School in Medical Coding or related field (or equivalent knowledge)
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, pathophysiology (disease process, surgical terminology and pharmacology) and is able to apply these sciences to accurately assign codes to cases to include surgical cases.
Demonstrates knowledge of National Council on Compensation Insurance, Inc (NCCI) edits, and local and national coverage decisions.
Expert knowledge and experience in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and 3M Encoder.
Expert knowledge and experience in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding systems, G-codes, HCPCS codes, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), modifiers, and Ambulatory Payment Classifications (APC).
Advanced knowledge of pharmacology indications for drug usage and related adverse reactions.
Expert knowledge of coding workflow and optimization of technology including how to navigate in the electronic health information record and in health information management and billing systems.

Job Responsibility

Assist with special projects as requested
assists with training other coders as requested
Monitors and responds to accounts in the charge router, charge router messages, CRMs, Compliance and Integrity review requests.
Adhere to organizational and internal department policies and procedures to ensure efficient work processes.
Reviews complex medical documentation at a highly skilled and proficient level from clinicians, qualified health professionals and hospitals in order to assign diagnosis and procedure codes utilizing ICD-10 CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS. Assigns and ensures correct code selection following Official Coding Guidelines and compliance with federal and insurance regulations utilizing an EMR and/or Computer Assisted Coding software.
Serves as subject matter expert in your assigned specialty and actively participate in the Coding meetings as a problem solver.
Expertise in query guidelines, and coding standards. Follow up and obtain clarification of inaccurate documentation as appropriate.
Maintain continuing education by attending webinars, reviewing updated CPT assistant guidelines and updated coding clinics. Knowledgeable in researching coding related topics and issues.
Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association and adheres to official coding guidelines. Practices ethical judgment in assigning and sequencing codes for proper insurance reimbursement.
Maintains the confidentiality of patient records. Reports any perceived non-compliant practices to the coding leader or compliance officer.

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Fulltime

Facility Coder III - Surgical Specialties

This role will have all responsibilities of coding assistant, coder I and II plu...

Location

United States , Charlotte

Salary:

28.55 - 42.85 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Coding Certification issued by American Academy of Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Typically requires 5 years of experience in professional coding that includes experiences in professional revenue cycle processes and health information workflows
Advanced training beyond High School in Medical Coding or related field (or equivalent knowledge)
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Advanced knowledge and understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, pathophysiology (disease process, surgical terminology and pharmacology) and is able to apply these sciences to accurately assign codes to cases to include surgical cases
Demonstrates knowledge of National Council on Compensation Insurance, Inc (NCCI) edits, and local and national coverage decisions
Expert knowledge and experience in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and 3M Encoder
Expert knowledge and experience in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding systems, G-codes, HCPCS codes, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), modifiers, and Ambulatory Payment Classifications (APC)
Advanced knowledge of pharmacology indications for drug usage and related adverse reactions
Expert knowledge of coding workflow and optimization of technology including how to navigate in the electronic health information record and in health information management and billing systems

Job Responsibility

Assist with special projects as requested
assists with training other coders as requested
Monitors and responds to accounts in the charge router, charge router messages, CRMs, Compliance and Integrity review requests
Adhere to organizational and internal department policies and procedures to ensure efficient work processes
Reviews complex medical documentation at a highly skilled and proficient level from clinicians, qualified health professionals and hospitals in order to assign diagnosis and procedure codes utilizing ICD-10 CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS
Assigns and ensures correct code selection following Official Coding Guidelines and compliance with federal and insurance regulations utilizing an EMR and/or Computer Assisted Coding software
Serves as subject matter expert in your assigned specialty and actively participate in the Coding meetings as a problem solver
Expertise in query guidelines, and coding standards
Follow up and obtain clarification of inaccurate documentation as appropriate
Maintain continuing education by attending webinars, reviewing updated CPT assistant guidelines and updated coding clinics

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Fulltime

New

Facility Coder III - Surgical Specialties

This role will have all responsibilities of coding assistant, coder I and II plu...

Location

United States , Charlotte

Salary:

28.55 - 42.85 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Coding Certification issued by American Academy of Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Typically requires 5 years of experience in professional coding that includes experiences in professional revenue cycle processes and health information workflows
Advanced training beyond High School in Medical Coding or related field (or equivalent knowledge)
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Advanced knowledge and understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, pathophysiology (disease process, surgical terminology and pharmacology)
Demonstrates knowledge of National Council on Compensation Insurance, Inc (NCCI) edits, and local and national coverage decisions
Expert knowledge and experience in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and 3M Encoder
Expert knowledge and experience in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding systems, G-codes, HCPCS codes, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), modifiers, and Ambulatory Payment Classifications (APC)
Advanced knowledge of pharmacology indications for drug usage and related adverse reactions
Expert knowledge of coding workflow and optimization of technology including how to navigate in the electronic health information record and in health information management and billing systems

Job Responsibility

Assist with special projects as requested
Assists with training other coders as requested
Monitors and responds to accounts in the charge router, charge router messages, CRMs, Compliance and Integrity review requests
Adhere to organizational and internal department policies and procedures to ensure efficient work processes
Reviews complex medical documentation to assign diagnosis and procedure codes utilizing ICD-10 CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS
Serves as subject matter expert in your assigned specialty and actively participate in the Coding meetings as a problem solver
Follow up and obtain clarification of inaccurate documentation as appropriate
Maintain continuing education by attending webinars, reviewing updated CPT assistant guidelines and updated coding clinics
Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association and adheres to official coding guidelines
Maintains the confidentiality of patient records

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions

Fulltime

Facility Coder III - Surgical Specialties

This role will have all responsibilities of coding assistant, coder I and II plu...

Location

United States , Charlotte

Salary:

28.55 - 42.85 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Coding Certification issued by American Academy of Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Typically requires 5 years of experience in professional coding that includes experiences in professional revenue cycle processes and health information workflows.
Advanced training beyond High School in Medical Coding or related field (or equivalent knowledge)
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, pathophysiology (disease process, surgical terminology and pharmacology)
Demonstrates knowledge of National Council on Compensation Insurance, Inc (NCCI) edits, and local and national coverage decisions.
Expert knowledge and experience in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and 3M Encoder.
Expert knowledge and experience in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding systems, G-codes, HCPCS codes, Current Procedural Terminology (CT), modifiers, and Ambulatory Payment Classifications (APC).
Advanced knowledge of pharmacology indications for drug usage and related adverse reactions.
Expert knowledge of coding workflow and optimization of technology including how to navigate in the electronic health information record and in health information management and billing systems.

Job Responsibility

Assist with special projects as requested
Assists with training other coders as requested
Monitors and responds to accounts in the charge router, charge router messages, CRMs, Compliance and Integrity review requests.
Adhere to organizational and internal department policies and procedures to ensure efficient work processes.
Reviews complex medical documentation to assign diagnosis and procedure codes utilizing ICD-10 CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS.
Serves as subject matter expert in your assigned specialty and actively participate in the Coding meetings as a problem solver.
Expertise in query guidelines, and coding standards. Follow up and obtain clarification of inaccurate documentation as appropriate.
Maintain continuing education by attending webinars, reviewing updated CPT assistant guidelines and updated coding clinics.
Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association.
Maintains the confidentiality of patient records.

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more
Incentive pay for select positions.

Fulltime

New

Clinician Coding Liaison - Surgical Specialties

Location

United States

Salary:

35.50 - 53.25 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification, or Coding Specialist (CCS) certification, or Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS-P) certification issued by AHIMA or Professional Coder (CPC) certification issued by AAPC
Completion of advanced training through a recognized or accredited program, equivalent to post-secondary education
High school diploma or GED
Typically requires 4 years of experience in expert-level professional coding
Advanced knowledge of ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines
Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
Advanced knowledge of Epic and other reporting tools
Highly proficient in problem-solving and analytical thinking
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, electronic coding applications, and email

Job Responsibility

Deliver proactive coding education through newsletters, scorecards, and presentations
Lead onboarding and compliance training for all employed Physicians/APPs
Provide individualized documentation feedback by reviewing new clinician records
Serve as the primary contact for coding inquiries
Monitor Epic work queues to ensure timely and accurate charge submissions
Collaborate across departments to enhance documentation practices
Participate in specialty and department meetings
Refine Epic documentation tools
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Promote a culture of ethical coding and continuous improvement

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases

Fulltime

Professional Surgical Coder

South Shore Health

Location:
United States , Weymouth

Category:
Health and Beauty

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

Expiration:
March 07, 2026

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