100 LCMC Health
Harahan, LA
Overview The Coding Senior will apply ICD‑10‑CM/PCS and CPT diagnostic and procedural codes, determine MS‑DRG and APR‑DRG assignments for inpatient records across multiple specialties, and apply ICD‑10 diagnostic and CPT procedure codes for ambulatory records across multiple specialties. The role may include coding specialist functions.
Responsibilities Navigate patient health records and other computer systems to accurately determine diagnosis and procedure codes, MS‑DRGs, APCs, and required modifiers.
Validate charges by comparing them with health record documentation.
Communicate effectively with clinical staff, physicians, office staff, and Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists regarding documentation issues or needs related to inpatient, outpatient, or ambulatory coding.
Identify concerns and notify appropriate leadership for resolution.
Provide resolution to moderate to complex problems.
Track issues that require follow‑up to facilitate timely coding.
Consistently...