MaineGeneral Health
Waterville, ME
Job Title Assigns diagnosis and procedure codes to ensure quality documentation and accurate reimbursement for services provided. Job Description Assists with reconciling patient lists/census/discharge reports to track that complete and accurate documentation and charges are obtained for each service rendered. Reports back to providers and/or administrators regarding missing information. Reviews visit documentation from 1-2 outpatient and/or ancillary areas to identify appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes (examples: lab, non interventional radiology, PT/OT, Mental Health outpatient treatment primary care, specialty care). Uses coding guidelines and clinics to accurately assign and sequence appropriate codes for 1-2 outpatient and/or ancillary patient areas in clinical information systems, including the assignment of appropriate modifiers as necessary. Seeks clarification from healthcare providers or other designated resources to ensure accurate and complete coding....