Traveling/Remote Coding Consultant
RAM
Atlanta, GA
Sep 2005 - Current
- Pyramid Healthcare, Maxim Healthcare, Emory Clinic and more Abstract medical records using hospital databases and providers charts to assign proper ICD-10, ICD-9, HCPCS codes as well as CPT diagnostic and operative procedure codes Provide coding services based on various coding guidelines (HCC, ER and Ancillary), followed-up with appropriate staff members, department and/or physicians to obtain required documentation to accurately and timely code all accounts Review all appropriate medical records for MEAT or TAMPER, as applicable, in order to support proper risk adjustment Advise providers of missed opportunities and educate providers in correct documentation and coding Maintain standardized auditing policies and procedures.