Medical Coding Specialist – ASC Cardiology Coder

Medical Billing and CodingMedical Billing and CodingFull TimeRemoteTeam 51-200H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

96 days ago

Salary

Not specified

High School2 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• 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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