Coder III

Location: West Palm Beach, Florida, United StatesCompany: Tenet HealthcarePosted: 2026-08-28Job DescriptionThe Coder III is responsible for coordinating, performing and completing Medicare compliancy. Coding consists of outpatient services in outpatient and inpatient services including procedures. To ensure coders provide technical aspects of the assignment diagnostic and carried out in accordance with established standards and in compliance NCQA and other regulatory agencies, and Tenet policy.ResponsibilitiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Include the following. Others may be assigned.Performs all assigned billing in a timely mannerCommunicates with the physician the documentation needed to complete job functionsEnsures accurate coding from the medical record regarding ICD-9 and ICD-10, appropriate evaluation and management CPT codeUpdates patient record with patient's current insurance, address and telephone numbersIdentifies primary care doctor and referral source with contact information and documents it in the medical recordPerforms claims follow up and reviews with billing agent in a timely mannerProtects patient confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelinesMaintains proper credentials and researches coding issues to ensure correct coding initiative per CMS guidelinesIdentifies and attends one course/conference per specialty, per year to continue education in the coding fieldQualificationsEDUCATION / EXPERIENCEInclude minimum education, technical training, and/or experience required to perform the job.AA Degree requiredBachelors Degree preferred5 years coding experience requiredHealthcare background is requiredCPT current competence with ICD- 10, ICD-9, CPT-4, and HCPCS requiredCoding scheme and reimbursement practices requiredRHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC or COC certification is requiredOffice, and Excel requiredWillingness to be flexible and adaptable in a complex, matrix environmentAbout UsFuel your passion for patient-centered care and elevate your medical career in our thriving physician office. Join our collaborative team, where every day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of our community.At Tenet Physician Resources, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matchGenerous paid time offCareer development and continuing education opportunitiesHealth savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accountsEmployee Assistance program, Employee discount programVoluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insuranceNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment statusAbout the TeamThe mission of the Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute is to provide some of the most technologically advanced treatments to improve the lives of those who suffer from congenital, developmental and post-traumatic orthopedic conditions. Serving children and adults from the local community, the United States and the world, the Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute offers comprehensive, coordinated care from an experienced team of professionals designed for the specific needs of each patient. At the Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute, our treatment philosophy focuses on reconstruction over amputation and a commitment to preserving limbs and joints and restoring function.Job InfoJob Identification 2603020727Job Category Administrative FunctionsLocations The Paley Institute (On-site)