The following statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements, which may be inherent in the position. A coder 1 is responsible for utilizing coding policies and procedures in evaluating the diagnostic information within the medical record for determination of accurate APC assignment for reimbursement of services rendered and for verifying/abstracting clinical information into the organization's health database. A coder also makes medical necessity determinations for Medicare and Medicaid out-patient testing utilizing the appropriate software. A coder 1 functions under the direct authority and supervision of the Coding Supervisor and Director of Health Information Management. Some of the many skills performed
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Abstract Treatment Information Skill
CPT Coding (Current Procedural Terminology) Skill
Marshall Medical Centers, Boaz, AL
Marshall Medical Centers, Boaz, AL