Clinical Coder-Coding

Overview

JOB DESCRIPTION The Clinical Coder reviews, analyzes, and codes documentation for hospital medical records to select and sequence the appropriate ICD-10-CM diagnosis and CPT procedure codes as applicable. This position is responsible for accurate assignment and abstraction to determine accuracy and completeness of the record, utilizing the 3M Coding Reimbursement to compile data and related work. Coding staff in this position are able to code encounters of multiple specialties, as well as mentor and train other coding levels, using encoder software and online tools and references in the assignment of codes. Consults reference materials to facilitate code assignment. Validates charges by comparing charges with health record documentation as necessary. Understands the appropriate link of diagnosis to procedure when applicable. Utilizes retrospective edit tools to address possible coding and/or documentation issues related to submitted diagnosis and procedu...