OP Medical Coder

Job Description

• Support departmental objectives and contribute to operational efficiency.
• Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and hospital initiatives as required.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new employees.
• Review and analyze patient medical records to identify relevant diagnoses, procedures, and treatments.
• Assign accurate ICD, CPT, HCPCS, and other applicable medical codes based on clinical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with coding guidelines, regulatory standards, payer requirements, and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare professionals to clarify documentation and coding-related queries.
• Assist in resolving coding discrepancies, claim denials, and reimbursement issues in coordination with relevant departments.
• Maintain confidentiality, accuracy, and integrity of patient records and coding information.
• Stay updated with changes in coding standards, healthcare regulations, and industry best practices.
• Apply technical knowledge of medical sciences, including anatomy, physiology, and disease processes, to coding activities.