Amergis
Cleveland, OH, USA
Pay rate: $30-40
Trauma I & II Facility Inpatient Coding
3+ years of coding experience on the inpatient side
AHIMA cert only
The Medical Coder is responsible for assigning ICD-10 and/or CPT/HCPCS codes as appropriate, and abstracts pertinent information from patient records.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assigns ICD-10 and/or CPT/HCPCS codes, as appropriate and abstracts pertinent information from patient records
Ensures optimal reimbursement of all cases in compliance with CMS policies and procedures and Official Coding Guidelines
Implements medical center’s physician query process when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation in the medical record is inadequate, ambiguous or unclear for
coding purposes
Keeps abreast of coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements
Brings identified concerns to the Professional Recruiter who will direct as needed
Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding...