Job Summary:

• The Medical Coder is responsible for properly coding documentation for appropriate reimbursement. Sequences codes with an eye towards compliance and optimal reimbursement.

Job Description

• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs).
• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members. Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community.

Job Role

MEDICAL CODER

• VERIFY AND ASSIGNS CODES TO DIAGNOSES AND PROCEDURES ACCORDING TO ICD-10 CM, CPT AND INTERNAL CODING GUIDELINES WITH A HIGH DEGREE OF ACCURACY: Contacts physicians and other healthcare providers to clarify diagnoses and procedures. Sequence codes accurately for optimal reimbursement. Provides education to physicians and ancillary staff on appropriate documentation needs for coding.
• EDUCATION AND INSERVICES: Participates in coding in-services and other programs to ensure skills are fresh and up-to-date.
• ENSURES QUALITY AND QUANTITY OF WORK IN ORDER TO MEET PRODUCTIVITY STANDARDS: Ensures accurate interpretation of medical records to complete daily medical coding for primary care charges and specialist charges are accurate and in compliance with all federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Works with collaboratively AR (Accounts Receivable) to resolve coding denials.