Hardworking professional applies official coding conventions and rules established by American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Confident Medical Coder adheres to data confidentiality and privacy rules in all workflows and promotes dynamic interpersonal skills. Coding Specialist with 26 years experience coding hospital outpatient records. Polished professional manages multiple tasks, and utilizes electronic medical record systems. Adheres to medical records policies and procedures to comply with HIPAA regulations. Track record of effectively troubleshooting issues and maintaining patient confidentiality. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
- Identifies, codes and/or charges records for the purpose of reimbursement, research, and compliance with federal regulations according to diagnosis, operations, and procedures using the latest edition of the ICD classification system, CPT procedure system and E&M guidelines.
-Understands Medicare regulations that relate to coding and APC guidelines.
-Locates reports reports that are needed to accurately code the record.
-Meets quality standard related to correctly coded first listed diagnosis and procedure.
-Utilizes computer systems effectively and efficiently
-Enters charges as needed
- Willingly accepts other duties as needed.