medical records coder 2 - Dallas, TX
3 hours ago
Job description
Job Summary:
Responsible for the review of medical record documentation for accurate and compliant assignment of CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 codes for professional services. Engages in research and educational opportunities with the PASD healthcare provider community to advance the accuracy and payment of professional services.
Primary Responsibilities:
Read and interpret medical record documentation in support of surgical procedures, office encounters, diagnostic and pathological services and assign accurate and complete CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 codes, as well as modifiers and units to the source document for claim submission. The coder will be responsive to provider questions by performing the necessary research into coding inquiries and follow through with written communication to educate the provider in correct coding and documentation. The coder will be assigned specialty specific work queue(s) to include Trauma, Orthopedics, GI/Bariatrics, Transplant, Cardiology, ENT, Radiation Oncology, or General Surgery. Charge Review work queues containing CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 codes from current patient encounters will be assigned for the coder's pre-claim review. This work queues contain charges that require a coder's astute and detailed review to determine accuracy of assigned codes, missing codes, the need for modifiers and other coding-related deficiencies. Will be responsible for specialty specific claim edit work queues to review and correct edits for timely submission to the payer. Participates in education programs and monthly department meetings. Communicate clearly and openly. Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment. Be accountable for your performance. Take initiative for your professional growth. Be engaged and eager to build a winning team. Always look for ways to improve the patient experience. Maintains 90% or higher coding accuracy. Maintains department required production. Other duties as assigned.
Methodist Dallas Medical Center is one of North Texas' best places to work. And it keeps getting better. The flagship hospital of Methodist Health System, Methodist Dallas is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital. It is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. Celebrating more than 90 years of service, we strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned:
- Magnet-designated hospital
- 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review, 2023
- Top 10 Military Friendly Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
- Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employer, 2023
- Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- Liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation programs
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