Coder_Interview_final_paper.docx(1) HCA 240 Coder Interview Canyon University HCA 240 Billing and Coding Process in Hospital Coder Interview The anticipation of services received is contingent upon the probabilit
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Coder_Interview_final_paper.docx(1) HCA 240 Coder Interview Canyon University HCA 240 Billing and Coding Process in Hospital Coder Interview The anticipation of services received is contingent upon the probability of individuals paying for those services. The only way payment does not have to be rendered is if it is a free clinic. What the true cost is along with the processes for determining that cost is completed by medical billers and coders. This paper will outline the processes the medical billers and coders use to satisfy reimbursement requirements for billing purposes. Physicians and other medical associated submit insurance claims on behalf of the patients. The bill is an itemized list that contains codes, diagnoses, and procedures that detail the services the patient received by the medical personnel (MedicalBillingCareer, 2015). All of the information outlined on a patients bill is handled by the employees responsible for medical billing and coding. Medical billers and coders are in charge of inspecting and verifying that all information is accurate. They are to also ensure the correct ICD or International Classification of Diseases codes were utilized before the insurance claim was submitted. This part of the billing can be very problematic if it is not done correctly. Ultimately, it is up to the billers and coders to ensure everything is as accurate as possible. The charging and pricing process in a medical is different from other industries because it is not undertaken and/or executed b. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .
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