• Analyze medical records, interprets documentation, and assigns proper ICD 10 CM, CPT/HCPCS, and modifiers utilizing designated software, coding manuals and other reference material as required • Enter charges for procedures that are not soft coded as instructed for certain patient types • Consistently meet coding quality and productivity standards established by the coding department • Work closely with Patient Financial Service (PFS) to review documentation and serve as department expert on coding questions • Assist with coding inquiries from billing and administrative staff, ensuring that accurate codes are applied for appropriate reimbursement • Gather and verify all information required to produce a clean claim including special billing procedures that may be defined by a payer or contract • Review and resolve clearinghouse rejection errors, denials, and charge review/claim edits daily • Collaborate with the Compliance/Quality Team when alerted to coding quality issues found via internal or external reviews; implement with accuracy coding quality recommendations • Work with HIM operations as needed to clarify queries and documentation needs for the completion of the medical record • Query providers for clarification on incomplete or ambiguous documentation and follow up to ensure timely resolution • Review and code Orthopedic, OB/GYN, and other surgical specialties procedures with minimal supervision, ensuring correct coding and sequencing of diagnoses and procedures • Provide continuous education and feedback to surgeons and clinical staff regarding ICD-10 coding and documentation best practices for surgical procedures