Overview
Location : Fort Myers, FL 33907. Job Title : HCC Pediatric Medical Coder. Department : Billing / Coding. Location : Office-Based – NON-REMOTE (Ft. Myers, Florida – Lee County). FLSA Status : Non-Exempt. Reports To : Coding Manager.
Position Summary
Physicians' Primary Care is seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Pediatric Medical Coder to join our team. This is a full-time, office-based position responsible for accurately assigning diagnostic and procedural codes for pediatric services. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of pediatric coding guidelines and payer-specific regulations to support appropriate reimbursement and compliance.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services performed in a pediatric office setting.
- Review provider documentation to ensure coding accurately reflects services rendered and supports optimal reimbursement.
- Stay current with industry coding updates, payer guidelines, and regulatory changes, with an emphasis on pediatric-specific policies.
- Collaborate with clinical staff and providers to clarify documentation when necessary.
- Participate in internal coding audits and assist with compliance reporting and data analysis.
- Work closely with the billing and reimbursement team to resolve claim denials or rejections related to coding issues.
- Support training initiatives and provide feedback on documentation improvement opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required.Certified Pediatric Coder (CPEDC) preferred. If not currently certified, must obtain within 6 months of employment.Minimum of 2 years' experience in medical coding, preferably in a pediatric or primary care environment.Strong knowledge of Evaluation and Management (E&M) coding and documentation requirements.Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.Proficient with coding software, EHR systems, and Microsoft Office applications.Ability to work independently while maintaining team collaboration and communication.Working Conditions
This position is on-site in a professional office environment.Standard work hours with occasional flexibility based on departmental needs.J-18808-Ljbffr