Tidelands Health
Charleston, WV, USA
Medical Coder/Coding Specialist II
Medical Coder II is responsible for analyzing and assigning ICD-10-CM diagnostic codes, CPT, and HCPCS codes to all outpatient, ED, and hospitalists accounts, both facility and professional, based on the medical information provided and consistent with regulatory guidance and best practices in the industry and organization’s policy and procedure. Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by AHIMA and AAPC. Abstracts required clinical information from the medical record. Queries physicians as needed to clarify documentation to ensure accurate code assignment. Organizes and prioritizes work to meet deadlines and goals. Maintains and expands knowledge of coding and sequencing guidelines to ensure coding compliance and accuracy. Responsible for resolving coding edits, account checks, rejections, and denials to ensure proper reimbursement of services rendered and to maintain an industry standard clean claim rate. May assist with writing...