What does a Medical Coder do?

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Review medical records and clinical documentation to assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
Query physicians and clinical staff to clarify incomplete or ambiguous documentation.
Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with established regulatory guidelines and payer requirements.
Perform coding functions within electronic health record systems to support timely claims processing.
Identify documentation deficiencies and opportunities for clarification to support accurate coding.
Communicate coding issues and questions to management and other healthcare team members.
Monitor coding patterns and perform audits to ensure adherence to coding standards.

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