Henry Ford Hospital
Troy, MI, USA
GENERAL SUMMARY: Using established coding principles and procedures, reviews, analyzes codes and sequences all diagnostic and reportable procedures from a review of the entire patient medical record for entry in Henry Ford Health System for reimbursement/billing purposes. Accurately abstracts information from the medical record for compilation of a patient database, which supports medical research projects patient care evaluation and administrative decision making related to patient care. The coding function is considered a primary source for data and information used in health care today, and promotes provider/patient continuity, accurate database information, and the ability to optimize reimbursement. The coding function also ensures compliance with established coding guidelines, third party reimbursement policies, regulations and accreditation guidelines. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: * Degree in Medical Record Sciences or successful completion of a certification program...
