What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthopedic Medical Coder position at Regenerative Orthopedic Center (ROC)?
Join Our Revenue Cycle Team!
Regenerative Orthopedic Center (ROC) is seeking an experienced Orthopedic Medical Coder to join our growing Revenue Cycle team!
We're looking for a detail-oriented professional who understands the complexities of orthopedic coding and takes pride in accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration. In this role, you'll work closely with our providers and billing team to ensure services are coded correctly, claims move efficiently through the revenue cycle, and reimbursement is supported by accurate documentation.
Orthopedic coding experience is required, but professional coding certification is not. We value demonstrated experience, strong coding knowledge, and a commitment to doing things right.
What You'll Do
- Review clinical documentation and assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and modifier codes.
- Code orthopedic office visits, surgical procedures, injections, fracture care, and other specialty services.
- Review operative reports and identify documentation requiring clarification.
- Ensure coding supports medical necessity, payer requirements, and accurate reimbursement.
- Collaborate with providers and billing staff to resolve coding edits, denials, and documentation questions.
- Assist with coding-related appeals, audits, and process improvements.
- Stay current on orthopedic coding guidelines, payer policies, and regulatory updates.
- Maintain coding accuracy and productivity while meeting established deadlines.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- At least 2 years of professional medical coding experience, including 1 year of orthopedic coding experience.
- Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, E/M coding, modifiers, and orthopedic surgical coding.
- Familiarity with CMS guidelines, NCCI edits, and commercial payer requirements.
- Experience using electronic medical records (EMR) and practice management systems.
- Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional coding certification (CPC, CCS, COC, or equivalent) — not required.
- Experience with Modernizing Medicine (ModMed EMA).
- Experience in a private orthopedic or multispecialty medical practice.
- Experience reviewing complex orthopedic operative reports.
Regenerative Orthopedic Center (ROC) is a growing, physician-led orthopedic practice dedicated to helping patients stay active and return to the activities they love. With multiple locations throughout the Portland metro area, our team includes orthopedic surgeons, advanced practice providers, therapists, clinical staff, and administrative professionals working together to provide exceptional patient care.
At ROC, we believe great patient care starts with a strong team. We value collaboration, accountability, communication, and a willingness to adapt as our organization continues to grow. Every role at ROC contributes to the patient experience, whether working directly with patients or supporting the teams behind their care.
We offer a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and grow professionally. We are looking for dependable, motivated individuals who take pride in their work, support their teammates, and want to make a meaningful contribution to both our patients and our organization.
If you are looking for an opportunity to grow with an established and evolving orthopedic practice, we invite you to explore a career with ROC.
Salary : $25 - $35