Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System
Baton Rouge, LA, USA
Medical Coder 3 The Medical Coder 3 (inpatient and ambulatory surgery) abstracts clinical information from a variety of medical records, charts and documents and assigns appropriate ICD-10 - CM/PCS and CPT codes to patient records according to established procedures. Works with coding databases and confirms DRG assignments. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. This position relies on guidelines and some experience and judgment to complete job and works under general supervision. Responsibilities Coding/Abstracting Assists the Business Office and external agencies in clarification of coding regarding reimbursement issues. Handles all requests in a timely fashion. Quality/Performance Corresponds with other areas of the HIM department to ensure the necessary components are available for accurate coding and the highest quality of the...