Job Brief
A Medical Coder is a person who transcribes patient records into an accepted coding system. They can process reimbursement claims from providers according to agreements.
Job Description
- ● Account for coding and abstracting of patient encounters
- ● Research and analyze data needs for reimbursement
- ● Make sure that codes are sequenced according to government and insurance regulations
- ● Ensure all medical records are filed and processed correctly
- ● Analyze medical records and identify documentation deficiencies
- ● Serve as resource and subject matter expert to other coding staff
- ● Review and verify documentation for diagnoses, procedures and treatment results
- ● Identify diagnostic and procedural information
Job Requirements
- ● Proven work experience as a Medical Coder or similar role
- ● 2+ years of work experience as a Medical Coder
- ● Proficient computer skills
- ● Work with coding software
- ● Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- ● Outstanding organizational skills
- ● Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information
- ● High school diploma or GED required