Job Description
Job Overview:
- Assigning ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes to outpatient visit types.
- Assigning Evaluation and Management codes for physician encounters.
- Utilizing technical coding expertise to assign Evaluation and Management codes.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborating with Patient Accounting, Registration, case managers, and clinical areas.
- Interpreting health record documentation, knowledge of anatomy, and medical terminology.
- Following ICD-10-CM guidelines to select appropriate diagnoses and procedures.
Data Analysis and Improvement:
- Compiling, analyzing, and trending data for divisions within the HB Coding Department.
- Providing reporting and analysis of data in a clear and concise method.
- Identifying trends and opportunities for improvement through data analytics.
About Northwestern Medicine
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace.