Responsibilities
The Coder II reviews, analyzes, and codes diagnostic and procedural information using ICD-10-CM diagnosis and procedures and CPT coding for reimbursement. Assign and sequence ICD-10-CM/CPT codes by applying regulatory coding guidelines. Apply advanced knowledge of disease processes to assign codes for conditions and procedures not listed in the indexes of coding books. Follow appropriate guidelines and policies to code accurately from physician documentation within the medical record. Queries physicians for diagnoses or missing/ambiguous information for accurate coding. Apply organizational documentation policies and procedures in conjunction with official coding guidelines. Applies knowledge of coding and DRG assignment for ethical and optimal reimbursement. Competent to accurately code and abstract all inpatient, 23-hour observations, same day surgery, emergency room and/or clinic records in a consistent, accurate and timely manner. Ensures the ...