DescriptionMedical Coder
Position Summary
Alliance Orthopedics is seeking a detail-oriented and compliance-driven Medical Coder to support our growing, multispecialty practice. This role plays a critical part in our Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) strategy by ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant coding that supports optimal reimbursement and audit readiness.
The Medical Coder will work collaboratively with the Director of Coding, physicians, clinical teams, and RCM departments to strengthen documentation integrity, reduce denials, and drive continuous improvement across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Review, audit, and code medical records with a high level of accuracy using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes
- Apply specialized knowledge in Orthopedic, Pain Management and Facility Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) coding to ensure correct charge capture and reimbursement
- Support Alliance's commitment to compliance by adhering to federal, state, and payer-specific guidelines
- Identify documentation gaps and provide clear, actionable feedback to providers to improve coding accuracy and audit defensibility
- Partner with Billing, AR, Collections, and Clinical teams to resolve coding-related issues, denials, and discrepancies
- Contribute to denial prevention efforts by proactively identifying trends and recommending workflow improvements
- Utilize EMR/EHR systems and payer platforms to support efficient coding workflows
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of coding changes, payer policies, and regulatory updates impacting orthopedic and multispecialty services
Qualifications & Core Competencies
- Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding with demonstrated accuracy
- Deep understanding of Orthopedic coding and procedural documentation requirements
- Experience with Facility ASC coding and regulations
- Ability to analyze clinical documentation and confidently communicate improvement opportunities to providers.
- Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams (clinical, billing, and leadership)
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Clear and professional communication skills (written and verbal)
- High level of accountability, integrity, and reliability consistent with Alliance Orthopedics' culture
Education & Experience Requirements
- Active coding certification required: CPC, CIC, CCS, or CCA (CPC strongly preferred)
- Minimum of 5 years of coding experience in a multispecialty or orthopedic-focused practice preferred
- Required experience with:
- Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) coding
- Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems and payer platforms
Professional Expectations at Alliance Orthopedics
- Demonstrate a commitment to accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement
- Actively participate in a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence
- Maintain dependability, punctuality, and strong work ethic
- Embrace feedback and pursue ongoing professional development
- Contribute to a positive team environment that supports organizational growth and change
Why Join Alliance Orthopedics
- Be part of a forward-thinking RCM organization focused on innovation and performance improvement
- Opportunity to directly impact denial reduction, compliance, and revenue optimization
- Collaborative leadership structure with clear accountability and support
- Career growth opportunities within a rapidly evolving healthcare organization
- A culture that values teamwork, transparency, and continuous learning
Background Check Requirement: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information as permitted by law