Provides accurate and timely assignment of appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes on medical records for routine outpatient patient types, including outpatient diagnostic clinics, observation, infusion and injections, same-day surgery, and emergency room encounters.
Responsibilities
- Review medical records and charges to identify diagnoses and procedures and assign ICD-10-CM codes for outpatient cases.
- Assign CPT-4 codes to outpatient procedures, including HCPCS codes when needed.
- Abstract diagnostic and procedural codes and other pertinent data into the network system according to policy and procedures.
- Review and monitor assigned work queues, physician notes, reports, and missing documentation encounters.
- Code and abstract any missed accounts.
- Provide information on specific problem accounts to the Coding Supervisor.
- Partner with the Coding Manager, Coding Supervisor, and physicians to identify and resolve documentation opportunities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Qualifications
Experience
- 3 years of experience in hospital and/or physician practice outpatient coding.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Certification
- One of the following is required:
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
- Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-based (CCS-P)
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
- Certified Professional Coder-Hospital Outpatient (CPC-H)
- Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
- Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT)
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
Knowledge and Skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, coding guidelines, and computers.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills related to coding.
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 month ago
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