GENERAL SUMMARY
Under general supervision, Coder II is responsible for the collection of relevant, pertinent, accurate and timely profile data configured and/or abstracted from the medical / surgical office based clinic record. This includes effective use of relevant coding systems as well as recognizing what data can be abstracted, presented and interpreted for effective use throughout the network. Assures accurate, timely and compliant coding and data entry. Reports to department management as well as individual practice management.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Uses established coding guidelines to ensure accurate coding for each patient record.
Ensures all records are coded within established productivity and accuracy standards.
Communicates with practice and medical / surgical staff to ensure accurate patient data is collected, compiled and/or interpreted.
Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.
LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Professional Coder certification (CCS-P/CPC/COC/CPEDC) required and maintained from a nationally recognized organization.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
ICD-10 CM proficiency attestation required.
Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT procedure codes, ICD-9 CM, ICD-10 CM diagnoses codes, HCPCS codes, required.
Knowledge of third party payer insurance and billing guidelines and ability to use various coding methodologies to code clinical diagnoses and procedures.
Ability to relate well with consumers, companies and multiple departments.
Ability to effectively gather and exchange information in both oral and written communications and good computer and bookkeeping skills.
Medical / surgical office based coding experience to include, but not limited to: diagnosis and surgical diagnoses, E&M leveling and proper assignment of modifiers.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal patient care environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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