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Medical Coder

River Valley Workforce Institute

New Hampshire (OA)

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Work Process Schedule

Work Process Content

On the Job Training

Anonymous

2K

OJT hours

Performs comprehensive review of the medical record documentation (OP visits, IP visit notes, procedures etc.) to validate provider codes or fully abstract data to assign codes

1

700

Participation in team discussions/meetings

Follow appropriate process to ensure accurate code and charge submission. (paper billing, electronic charge capture)

1

400

Focus in team discussions/meetings

Appropriately resolve coding, billing and system edits on all accounts in ensure accurate billing

1

200

Focus during independent work

Works to consistently to meet all benchmark expectations for given clinical specialty which includes productivity, denial resolution, and customer service inquiries

1

200

Openness to new ideas and change

Query providers as necessary, in order to resolve incomplete or inconsistent documentation prior to billing

1

100

Ability to deal with ambiguity by exploring, asking questions, etc.

Identifies possible trends during coding or denial follow up and report to direct supervisor/manager

1

100

Knows when to ask for help

Adheres to D-H policies and procedures, including attendance and dress code

1

100

Able to demonstrate effective group presentation skills

Maintains professional development through participation in internal and external education opportunities

1

150

Able to demonstrate effective one-on-one communication skills

Maintains AAPC certification through successful completion of all continuing education requirements.

1

20

Maintains an acceptable attendance record

18

Reports to work on time
Completes assigned tasks on time
Uses appropriate language
Demonstrates respect for patients, co-workers and supervisors
Demonstrates trust, honesty and integrity
Requests and performs work assignments without prompting
Appropriately cares for personal dress, grooming and hygiene
Maintains a positive attitude
Cooperates with and assists co-workers
Follows instructions/directions
Able to work under supervision
Able to accept constructive feedback and criticism
Able to follow safety rules
Able to take care of equipment and work place
Able to keep work area neat and clean
Able to meet supervisor's work standards
Able to not let personal life interfere with work
Adheres to work policies/rules/regulations

Related Instruction Outline

Related Instruction Content

Training Provider(s):

Vermont HITEC, Inc. of Williston, VT

400

RI hours

Medical Terminology

40

Foundations of Anatomy & Physiology

40

Pathophysiology

40

Introduction to Healthcare

24

Essential Communications For Healthcare Professionals

24

Introduction To Medical Laboratory Science

24

Foundations of Pharmacology

40

Introduction To Healthcare Documentation

24

Medical Coding and Billing

40

Medical Coding and Billing Lab

24

Medical Coding Practicum

70

Introduction to Apprenticeship

10

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