Coder I

Job description

General Summary Collects, reviews, retrieves and codes Evaluation & Management services, Pathology, and minor procedures based on documentation in the medical record and reports for quality assessment, audit, and billing purposes. Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: - Performs chart audits, reviewing for accuracy and compliance. - Reviews operative reports and other documentation and assigns appropriate diagnosis (ICD-10) and procedure codes (CPT) for final billing. - Researches and processes invoice corrections. - Reviews and analyzes coding/billing procedures. - Presents training and feedback concerning medical coding, compliance, and reimbursement to physicians/providers. - Coordinates and implements reimbursement improvement activities with staff and providers. - Adheres to WellSpan Coding Compliance Guidelines. Common Expectations: - Maintains job specific standards and expectations relative to productivity and quality. - Prepares and maintains appropriate documentation as required. - Maintains professional growth and development. - Attends meetings as required. - Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility...