Auditing and reviewing medical documentation for appropriate ICD and CPT coding and ensuring that codes tally with doctors diagnosis
Asking explanation from physicians when code assignments are not straight forward or documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous, or unclear for coding purposes.
Ensuring compliance with medical coding policies and guidelines
Be updated about new coding rules as codes change from time to time
Collecting and distributing coding related information and billing issues
Exceptional Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, disease processes and pharmacology
Work as part of a team and achieve the team quality and productivity standards
Required Expertise & Qualification:
Life Science graduation or any equivalent graduation with Anatomy/Physiology as main subjects.
3 to 7 years of work experience as a medical coder
Any one of the following coding certifications CPC/CCS/COC/CRC/CCSP from AAPC.
Proficient computer skills
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong people skills & Outstanding organizational skills
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information
Job Classification
Industry: Medical Services / HospitalFunctional Area / Department: Quality AssuranceRole Category: Business Process QualityRole: Quality AnalystEmployement Type: Full time