B.sc. Anesthesia technologist

Job Description

A medical coder for anesthesia technologistsanalyzes, verifies, and codes medical records from surgical procedures.They submit the coded records to the reimbursement department for billing and claim submission.Here are some other responsibilities of a medical coder:
• Assigning codes to medical procedures and diagnoses
• Ensuring codes are assigned correctly and sequenced appropriately
• Complying with medical coding guidelines and policies
• Reviewing patients charts and documents for accuracy and verification
• Collecting information from physicians from different sources to prepare monthly reports
• Analyzing medical malpractice claims
• Preparing summaries and assigning the appropriate codes
• Reviewing claims to formulate a synopsis of facts
• Collaborating with claims examiners as needed
Medical coders need to:
• Understand medical terminology and anatomy
• Read documentation to determine which codes apply for different situations
• Stay current with new information throughout their career
The right medical codes are crucial because they:Maintain the integrity of patient information, Direct patient care, and Preserve the financial wellbeing of the healthcare organization.

Keyskills :
time managementcommunication skillsanalytical skillsethicsmedical terminology