MaineGeneral Health
Waterville, ME
Job Summary Assigns diagnosis and procedure codes to ensure quality documentation and accurate reimbursement for services provided. Job Description Assists with reconciling patient lists/census/discharge reports to track that complete and accurate documentation and charges are obtained for each service rendered. Reports back to providers and/or administrators regarding missing information. Reviews visit documentation from 1-2 outpatient and/or ancillary areas to identify appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes (examples: lab, non interventional radiology, PT/OT, Mental Health outpatient treatment primary care, specialty care). Uses coding guidelines and clinics to accurately assign and sequence appropriate codes for 1-2 outpatient and/or ancillary patient areas in clinical information systems, including the assignment of appropriate modifiers as necessary. Seeks clarification from healthcare providers or other designated resources to ensure accurate and complete coding. S...