Medical Coder

Job Summary

The Health Information Coder is responsible for providing exceptional customer care to Southwest Health consumers, visitors, and staff. This role reviews coding work queues daily in the electronic health record, selects the most accurate and applicable codes according to coding guidelines, and works closely with the Coding Supervisor and Billing Staff to resolve coding and claim processing issues.

The position also participates in ongoing coding education, maintains coding certifications and continuing education units, and supports additional tasks assigned by supervisors or department leadership.

Additional Responsibilities

• Review and code patient encounters across all specialties.
• Ensure all codes are accurately assigned.
• Report missing or incomplete documentation and submit provider queries when needed.
• Meet daily coding productivity and quality standards.
• Review charge code entries for accuracy and correct errors as needed.
• Serve as a resource for insurance denials and coding questions from the Revenue Cycle team.
• Follow coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Support coding leadership on special projects.
• Work with other departments and attend internal and external meetings and training.