Also referred to as: Medical Record Coding Auditor, Medical Record Coding Quality Specialist, Medical Record Documentation and Coding Review Specialist
Requirements and Responsibilities

Medical Records Coding Compliance Specialist researches and develops the pre-certification insurance policy standards and criteria used by case management and utilization reviewers that will ensure that requested medical services are appropriate and medically necessary. Collaborates with medical professionals to resolve questions about policy development and standards. Being a Medical Records Coding Compliance Specialist assigns correct ICD, CPT, or other coding assignments for medical procedures that support policy standards in claims systems. Provides expertise and solutions to users regarding the appropriate coding for claims. Additionally, Medical Records Coding Compliance Specialist has broad knowledge of medical coding systems. May require an associate degree in healthcare administration, a related field, or equivalent. Requires AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC). May alternatively require Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification. Typically reports to a manager. The Medical Records Coding Compliance Specialist occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Medical Records Coding Compliance Specialist typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience.

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