Apex Systems
Atlanta, GA
Inpatient Medical Coder 6+ month contract (with strong possibly of extensions), remote/work from home - 40/hours a week, not part-time Key Responsibilities: Assign diagnostic and procedural codes to patient records using ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM and any other designated coding classification system in accordance with the UHDDS coding guidelines. Assign procedural categories as applicable. Assign appropriate discharge disposition as necessary. Maintain or exceed established coding accuracy and productivity standards. Initiates physician queries in compliance with client's policies where appropriate. Ensure demographic information and documentation is congruent with scheduled or performed procedures. Evaluate assigned Coding work queue and work with the appropriate revenue cycle/hospital team to resolve accounts with the expected resolution timeframe Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Five (5) years of Inpatient Coding experience in an Acute Care hospital setting. Extensive...