Job Description
DUTIES
/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Review documentation and coding for both inpatient and outpatient (hospital and office) professional services prior to the release of charges.Queries the provider of items in the chart that need to be reviewed or corrected as it relates to the coding selected.Responsible for monitoring regulatory changes as they apply to billing and coding in the inpatient and outpatient setting.Serves as resource to the practices/departments for data mining and coding to ensure reimbursement accuracy.Identifies coding issues related to billing denials, collaborates with the Coding Educator and Revenue Integrity as needed to assist with the preparation of training materials and examples to prevent future coding/billing issues. Accurately code diagnosis and documentation of medical conditions of patients. Expected to maintain department productivity standards and accuracy rates.POSITION REQUIREMENTS ...