Coder

Under general supervision, the Coder is responsible for reviewing applicable documentation and assigning appropriate procedure and diagnosis codes. Reviews notations, diagnosis, or procedure information in medical record to assign appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes, ensuring accuracy and appropriateness of codes. Applies basic knowledge of coding to solve unique or new cases resulting in the assignment and sequencing of diagnosis and procedure codes related to the following: Outpatient non-surgical/interventional procedure coding (ie injection/infusion), charge reconciliation, laboratory, diagnostic radiology, ancillary, Evaluation and Management, office procedures, and emergency department records. Inpatient: coding less with charges less than $150,000. Ensures documentation supports the level and type of service billed in compliance with billing regulations, provider documentation, procedures and coding guidelines. Maintains a thorough understanding of coding classification systems, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, pharmacology, disease processes, and surgical techniques. Maintains compliance with quality and quantity standards along with demonstrated competency coding all types of records as outlined in Coding Policies. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.