SUNY Upstate Medical University
Syracuse, NY, USA
Position Overview
Responsible for the accurate and compliant coding of inpatient, outpatient, and professional OB/GYN encounters. This position serves as a key liaison between coding, clinical, and compliance departments ensuring that all documentation and coding practices meet regulatory and payer requirements. The role also includes providing ongoing education to OB/GYN providers and clinical staff on documentation quality, coding updates, and best practices to optimize compliance and reimbursement.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Coding and Documentation Review:
Assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for all OB/GYN-related inpatient and outpatient encounters, including deliveries, surgeries, procedures, and E/M services.
Apply knowledge of global obstetric coding, cesarean and vaginal deliveries, postpartum care, and gynecologic surgeries (e.g., hysterectomy, laparoscopic procedures).
Review provider documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy...