Medical Coder - Outpatient Experience
Mohawk Valley Health SystemUtica, NY, United Statesjob_description.job_card.30_days_ago
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job_description.job_card.job_descriptionAS in Health Information Management , a related degree or equivalent experience Knowledge of EMR, Coding Software, and Microsoft Office Knowledge / understanding of modifiers, medical necessity & CCI edits Good Oral and Written Communication BS in Health Information Management Knowledge of Epic and 3M software RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, CIC Certification
Job Summary
Under the general direction of the Director CDI / Coding or designee, the Medical Records Coder I will improve documentation, data quality and revenue cycle operations. The coder assigns International Classification of Disease system- 10 (ICD), CM, and PCS codes according to AHA – AMA Guidelines, CMS and NGS.
Core Job Responsibilities
- Assign diagnosis and procedure codes, for accurate and timely billing of most appropriate payer
- Audit charges and establish proper coding in collaboration with providers
- Initiate and follow up on queries with providers
- Assist departments with diagnostic and procedural coding
- Respond to Insurance, compliance and RAC denials
- Review and assist in the maintenance of coding related policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as required.
Education / Experience Requirements
Required :
Preferred :
Licensure / Certification Requirements
PREFERRED :
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Medical Coder • Utica, NY, United States