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What they do
A Medical Coder organizes and reviews patient medical records and assigns codes for each diagnosis and treatment. Prepares coded information for use by health care insurers or for research. May retrieve information for clinicians and billing offices. Works in healthcare facilities.
$61,738 / year median in Louisiana
-12% projected decline
Job Description
The Medical Records Coder, under general supervision, reviews, analyzes and assures the final diagnoses and procedures as stated by the practicing providers are valid and complete. The MR Coder accurately codes hospital procedures for providers to ensure proper reimbursement by the proper assignment of ICD-9-CDM and ICD-10-CDM, HCPCS, and CPT codes. The MR Coder follows the standards and objectives that relate to Medical Records. They must possess good organizational and computer skills. This position involves indirect patient care for a population of patient's ages newborn through geriatrics. The MR Coder is responsible for the clerical duties and all other duties of the HIM department as assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.