
Ford Hospital
Urgently Required
MRD Coders
Experience : 1 to 5 years
No of vacancies : 1
Job Description: Medical Coders play a vital role in the healthcare industry, converting patient information into standardized codes to ensure accurate billing and record-keeping. They analyze clinical statements and assign standard codes using the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT). Coders are critical in ensuring healthcare providers are reimbursed for their services and in maintaining patients’ confidentiality and accurate medical histories.
Key Responsibilities: Review patient information for preexisting conditions, such as diagnoses and treatments, and assign the appropriate diagnoses and procedural codes for patient care, billing, and research purposes.
Stay current with coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements. This includes keeping up with changes in the ICD and CPT codes and how they affect billing and reporting in the healthcare setting.
Work closely with healthcare providers to ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation.
Use electronic health records (EHR) systems to enter coding information and to check for information about previous visits and procedures.
Audit medical records to ensure correct coding is used and to prevent fraud or billing discrepancies.
Participate in coding meetings and continuing education sessions to stay informed of the dynamic changes in the coding profession and healthcare industry standards.
Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements regarding coding procedures and practices.
Education Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent; postsecondary certificate in medical coding preferred.
Certification as a Professional Coder (CPC) by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) is highly desirable.
Familiarity with medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
Proficiency in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding systems.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to analyze and interpret medical records.
Good communication skills to interact with healthcare providers and billing staff.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA and other privacy regulations.
Key Attributes: Analytical skills to understand and apply coding guidelines accurately.
Integrity and honesty in handling patient data and billing information.
Adaptability to learn and implement new coding guidelines and software.
Time management skills to efficiently handle a high volume of medical records.
About the Role: Ensure accurate and timely billing for healthcare services, facilitating the financial stability of healthcare providers.
Support patient care by maintaining detailed and accurate medical records, which are essential for diagnosis, treatment, and continuity of care.
Contribute to healthcare analytics and research by providing coded data that can be used in epidemiological studies, public health research, and policy development.
Enhance compliance with healthcare regulations by ensuring that coding and billing practices meet federal and state guidelines.