1 in patient coder jobs found in Danbury

Must reside in the following states AZ CT DE FL GA IL IN KS MA MD ME MI MS NC NH NJ NY OH PA SC TN TX VA Summary Appropriately analyzes and codes complex outpatient records. High-level expertise in coding and documentation guidelines, co-morbidity condition and major co-morbidity condition, extensive knowledge of CPT and LCD for appropriate reimbursement and compliance. Responsibilities Performs ICD-10-CM diagnostic and current procedural terminology procedural coding to maintain an accurate database and ensure accurate coding at minimum accuracy rate of 95%. Competent in the utilization of an electronic medical record, and computerized coding/abstracting systems. Applies the Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS) definitions as well as any additional regulatory guidelines and/or coding references to select diagnosis and all significant procedures, indicating the patient’s acuity, severity of illness and risk of mortality (if applicable) and all...