For example, if the procedure is done on the left or right hand, and which finger of the hand. A coder may not be able to properly assign a modifier, CPT, or ICD-10 diagnosis code without this information. Many healthcare providers use templates in their EHR systems to ensure they ...
The in-patient coder will then assign the accurate codes to the medical diagnoses and treatment plans for the in-patient facilities. Next, the coder will then continue to monitor the inpatient stay and must perform coding services for every day that the patient is in the hospital until being ...