Medical Coders are responsible for reviewing medical records and assigning appropriate codes to diagnoses and procedures for billing and insurance purposes. They must possess strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology to accurately code patient information.
Responsibilities:
- Review and analyze medical records to accurately assign diagnostic and procedural codes
- Ensure all codes are assigned in compliance with federal and state regulations
- Communicate with healthcare providers to clarify any discrepancies in documentation
- Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to healthcare privacy laws