Citizens Medical Center
Victoria, TX
Description JOB SUMMARY The Physician Coder I performs evaluation/management coding for clinic, inpatient, and outpatient encounters as well as coding for in-office ancillary services and minor procedures. Assigns and sequences all codes for services rendered. Collaborates with coders, billers, clinical staff, managers, and healthcare professionals to ensure accurate coding assignment and to resolve any coding-related claim denials. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Job Specific: Physician Coder I Duties: Assigns codes to diagnoses, hospital visits, office visits, and in-office ancillary services and minor procedures using correct CPT®, HCPCS Level II, and ICD-10-CM codes. (EF) Ensures that assigned codes are accurate and sequenced correctly in accordance with coding guidelines, as well as insurance and government regulations. (EF) Examines patient medical record to ensure coding accurately reflects the documented medical care provided. (EF) Demonstrates...