Coding Specialist

• Aug 2014 - Present

• Abstract and code all inpatient and outpatient services provided by physicians including clinic visits, cath procedures, inpatient hospital care, consultations and emergency department visits on a daily basis through review of available encounter reports, medical records and communication with physicians and staff. • Assist in developing centralized coding system for all company charges. • Communicate with management on documentation issues and clarification for accurate coding & billing. • Access and review hospital patient systems information necessary for the complete submission of charge sheets. • Submits charge sheets to data entry with complete and accurate coding. • Use current coding resources to research appropriate codes for diagnoses and procedures; consult with physicians to ensure accuracy of codes and charges. • Assist in monitoring of reports and investigates and resolve new, difficult or problem coding & billing procedures. • Assist in conducting billing and documentation audits; prepare statistical information for presentation. • Guide other coding employees; assists in educating physicians and staff in coding issues. • Other projects or duties as assigned. Show less

Medical Coder

• Mar 2008 - Aug 2014