Medical Coding Specialist – ASC Cardiology Coder
Location
United States
Posted
176 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Mid Level
Job Description
Medical Coding Specialist – ASC Cardiology Coder
Trajectory Revenue Cycle Services
• Assign appropriate CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS codes for outpatient cardiology procedures, including diagnostic tests, invasive procedures, and interventional cardiology cases performed in an ASC setting • Validate code selection against operative reports, procedure notes, diagnostic results, and physician documentation • Apply modifiers accurately to reflect the ASC environment and ensure correct billing • Ensure coding practices align with CMS guidelines, NCCI edits, payer-specific policies, and ASC billing rules • Identify and address documentation gaps by querying physicians for clarification when necessary • Participate in regular coding audits and implement corrective actions to maintain accuracy benchmarks (e.g., 95% or higher) • Work closely with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff to resolve coding-related issues • Provide feedback and education to clinical staff on documentation improvement for cardiology-specific services • Support the billing department with claims-related coding inquiries and appeals • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of coding guidelines, cardiovascular procedures, and ASC-specific regulations • Participate in continuing education and attend training sessions as required to retain certification(s)
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Health Information Management or related field preferred
- Certification required: CPC (Certified Professional Coder), COC (Certified Outpatient Coder), or CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based)
- Specialty certification in cardiology coding (e.g., CCC – Certified Cardiology Coder, CIRCC-Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder) preferred
- Minimum of 2–3 years of outpatient coding experience, with at least 1 year focused on cardiology or cardiovascular procedures
- Familiarity with ASC billing rules and payer guidelines for outpatient surgical centers
- Strong knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, terminology, and procedural techniques
- Proficient in CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS coding systems
- Strong attention to detail with high accuracy rates
- Ability to interpret complex operative and procedural reports
- Excellent communication skills for physician interaction and documentation clarification
- Proficient with EMR/EHR systems and coding software applications.
Benefits
- Employer sponsored Major Medical
- Employer sponsored Dental
- Employer sponsored Vision
- Accidental Death and Disability insurance
- Short term disability
- 4.5% 401K matching
- Flexible spending account
- Generous paid time off
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