Coder Outpatient

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION: Under limited supervision the Coder Outpatient reviews medical records and performs coding on all diagnoses, procedures, APC and charge codes. The Coder Outpatient uses the most accurate codes for reimbursement purposes, research, epidemiology, statistical analysis outcomes, financial and strategic planning, evaluation of quality of care, and communication to support the patient’s treatment. The Coder Outpatient will be charged with maintaining the confidentiality of patient records and procedures. - Job Title Coder Outpatient FLSA Non-Exempt Reports to Coding Manager Grade G Location Remote Band 1B - Summary/Objective - Essential Job Functions - Responsible for abstracting, coding, sequencing and interpreting the clinical information from inpatient, outpatient, emergency department, pro fee and clinical medical records. - Responsible for the assignment of correct principal diagnoses, secondary diagnoses and principal procedure and secondary procedure codes with attention to accurate sequencing. - Utilizes technical coding principals and DRG/APC reimbursement expertise to assign appropriate codes. - Abstracts and codes pertinent medical data into multiple software...