Medical Coding in Alappuzha

MEDICAL CODING                                  A medical coder essentially converts a patient's medical information, such as procedures, diagnoses, information about required medical equipment, and information about medical services from the physician's notes into generally accepted alphanumeric codes. When a patient goes or sees a doctor, the providers document the encounter in the patient's medical file and offer justification for any particular services, products, or treatments. The medical coding procedure involves the usage of specific codes by the coders.                  Medical Coders uses a set of previously assigned codes for coding purposes which includes ICD, CPT and HCPCS Codes. International Classification of Diseases or ICD Codes are set of codes published and managed by WHO. These codes are diagnostic codes. For instance ICD code, R63.2 denotes polyphagia.                                  Polyphagia is characterized by severe, insatiable appetite. It'

MEDICAL CODING                           Medical coding is the process of converting medical data into standardized codes that are then used to invoice insurance providers and other payers for the services that healthcare practitioners perform. Healthcare providers' diagnoses, procedures, and other services are given alphanumeric numbers as part of this process. These codes are used to both ensure that healthcare practitioners are compensated for their services and to precisely record the services that were rendered.                               A medical coder's job is to examine medical records and give diagnoses, treatments, and procedures numerical codes. They have to correctly translate medical jargon and apply the proper codes to medical records. Medical coders are in charge of confirming the codes' accuracy and making sure the right codes are applied for reimbursement. Additionally, they must make sure that the coding complies with all applicable laws and standard