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Christian Community Health Center

Certified Coder

Christian Community Health Center, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


A Medical Coder, or Certified Professional Coder, is responsible for reviewing a patient’s medical records after a visit and translating the information into codes that insurers use to process claims from patients. Their duties include confirming treatments with medical staff, identifying missing information, and submitting forms to insurers for reimbursement.

Minimal Qualifications/Experience/Skills:

Responsibilities:Review claim edits/errors within the billing system to ensure accuracy of coding and billing requirements.Compliance with medical coding guidelines and billing policies.Receiving and reviewing patients’ charts and documents for verification and accuracy.Obtain necessary clarification of information on the notes and charts from providers.Collecting information made by the Physician from different sources to prepare monthly reports.Implementing strategic procedures and choosing strategies and evaluation methods that provide correct results.Collaborate with the manager in the development and improvement of workflow processes for optimum output/efficiency.Review, research, and respond to provider and operating management inquiries about the coding of encounters.Making sure that codes are assigned correctly and sequenced appropriately as per Federal and state guidelines.

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