Medical Coder

Job Responsibilities:

• Account for coding and abstracting of patient encounters
• Research and analyze data needs for reimbursement
• Make sure that codes are sequenced according to government and insurance regulations
• Ensure all medical records are filed and processed correctly
• Analyze medical records and identify documentation deficiencies
• Serve as resource and subject matter expert to other coding staff
• Review and verify documentation for diagnoses, procedures, and treatment results
• Identify diagnostic and procedural information

Job Skills:

• Proven work experience as a Medical Coder or similar role
• 2+ years of work experience as a Medical Coder
• Proficient computer skills
• Work with coding software
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information
• A high school diploma or GED required