Memorial Hospital at Gulfport
Biloxi, MS
Job Description The Coder II is responsible for performing International Classification of Diseases (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding for specialty billing, case mix, and data collection purposes. The Coder II performs reviews of patient charts and validates coding for accuracy and capture of all billable charges. The Coder II maintains data integrity within the hospital information systems. Responsibilities Assigns ICD and CPT codes to patient diagnoses and procedures for specialty services Assess the accuracy and completeness of all information provided in documentation Assign codes for procedures, services, and diagnosis by following set classification systems Identify chargeable services/items for outpatient visits and ensure that all charges are accurately billed into the system Code and post procedures and accurately assign CPT and ICD codes to them Prioritizes assignments according to established criteria and decrease pending accounts...