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Job Responsibility:
Reviews codes for accuracy in accordance with coding rules and policies
Responsible for system edit reviews and follows up on insurance coding denials for resolution
Uses knowledge of coding systems and system logic to review codes created by electronic charge capture and/or assigns codes through medical record documentation as per designated workflow
Completes system edit reviews to make corrections before transmittal
Troubleshoots problems that prevent claims from being released
Identifies cause of edit and independently resolves issue by reviewing the patient encounter to understand the nature of the problem
Provides feedback for correction and follow-up
May abstract data and review codes for accuracy
Ensures accurate reimbursement based on guidelines and/or abstraction of provider documentation
Responds to coding information requests and inquiries from various sources
Consults with internal customers and external vendors to obtain greater specificity and/or clarification when documentation appears inconsistent or incomplete
Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent and 1-year Medical Coder experience required
Knowledge of ICD-10CM, CPT and HCPSC required
Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy required
Nice to have:
Associate's degree preferred
American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) accreditation examination for Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or (Registered Health Information Technician) RHIT or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) preferred
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Medical Coder (CMC) from Practice Management Institute preferred