Career Paths at Saint Mary's
Operations Career Path
Coder
Analyzes each medical record to determine the principle
and all secondary diagnoses and procedures; assigns *ICD-9-CM
and *CPT4 codes using coding guidelines established by the
Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA), American Hospital
Association (AHA), and SMMMC. Coordinates and conducts ongoing
reviews of patient medical documentation and procedural and
diagnosis coding by each physician.
*ICD-9-CM: International Classification
of Diseases & Operations, 9th Revision, Clinical Modification
*CPT4: Physicians= Current Procedural Terminology, 4th Revision
- Associates degree in allied health related field, including
classes in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology;
Or, two years of increasingly responsible medical records
experience with exposure to medical terminology, anatomy,
physiology, and coding. Current Accredited Records Technician
and/or Certified Coding Specialist credentialing preferred.
- Knowledge of:
- Disease process and lab.
- CPT-4 and ICD-9 coding procedures.
- Ability to use a keyboard and possess competent computer
skills.
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