Gastroenterology ProFee Coder; E/M & Surgical- Remote
Plano, Collin County, Texas, 75086, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Healthcare
Medical Billing and Coding
Gastroenterology Pro Fee Coder (E/M & Surgical) Company Description
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The Gastroenterology Pro Fee Coder is responsible for accurate assignment of diagnosis, procedure, and Evaluation & Management (E/M) codes for physician professional services within a gastroenterology practice or health system. This role focuses exclusively on professional fee coding
, ensuring compliance with CPT, ICD‑10‑CM, and payer‑specific guidelines to support accurate provider reimbursement.
- Review provider documentation, including office notes, inpatient progress notes, consults, and operative reports, to accurately assign professional fee CPT and ICD‑10‑CM codes
- Code E/M services (office, inpatient, consults, observation, and procedures) in compliance with current AMA and CMS guidelines
- Code physician‑performed gastroenterology procedures
, including endoscopic and surgical services (EGD, colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, ERCP, etc.) - Apply appropriate Pro Fee modifiers (e.g.,
-25,
-26,
-57,
-59,
-51) based on documentation and payer rules - Ensure correct identification of global surgical periods and physician responsibilities within those periods
- Validate medical necessity and linkage of diagnoses to procedures for professional claims
- Identify documentation gaps and communicate with providers or CDI teams to ensure accurate Pro Fee coding
- Assist with claim edits, denials, and coding‑related inquiries for professional services
- Maintain productivity, accuracy, and quality benchmarks for Pro Fee coding
- Strong expertise in Professional Fee (physician) coding for gastroenterology
- Advanced knowledge of E/M coding rules and documentation requirements
- Solid understanding of physician surgical coding
, including global services and bundling - Proficiency in CPT, ICD‑10‑CM, and HCPCS for professional claims
- High attention to detail with strong compliance focus
- Ability to interpret complex provider documentation
- High school diploma or equivalent (required)
- Completion of an accredited medical coding program or equivalent experience
- 2+ years of Pro Fee gastroenterology coding experience preferred
- Experience with physician billing systems and EHR platforms
- CPC, CCS‑P, or equivalent professional coding certification
- Specialty certification in gastroenterology coding (e.g., CGSC) preferred
- Office‑based or remote (Pro Fee coding role)
- Fast‑paced physician revenue cycle environment
Full‑time
LocationFully remote/home‑based office
Salary & BenefitsSalary: $28.00–$30.00/hour depending on experience. This position is eligible for full health insurance including medical/dental/vision, PTO, and a 401(k) match!
* ACoding Assessment Test will be administered before initial pre‑screen.
* Must be a US resident and reside in one of the following states:
Arizona, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.
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