ParexelMedical Writer and Coder
Jan. 2007 - Sep. 2008Bloemfontein, Free State, South AfricaMedical writer 1. Research Conducting thorough research on medical topics to gather accurate and up-to-date information for writing assignments. 2. Writing Drafting various types of medical content such as articles, reports, white papers, or educational materials while adhering to regulatory and ethical guidelines. 3. Editing and Proofreading Reviewing and revising drafts to ensure clarity, accuracy, and adherence to style guidelines and regulatory requirements. 4. Collaborating Working closely with medical professionals, researchers, and other stakeholders to gather input, clarify information, and ensure content accuracy. 5. Staying Informed Keeping up with developments in the medical field, including new research findings, treatments, and regulations, to inform writing projects and maintain relevance. Medical coder 1. Assigning Diagnostic and Procedural Codes Reviewing patient medical records and assigning appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes using standard coding systems such as ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II. 2. Ensuring Accuracy Verifying the completeness and accuracy of coded information to ensure proper reimbursement and compliance with regulatory requirements. 3. Collaborating with Healthcare Providers Communicating with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and obtain additional information necessary for accurate coding. 4. Adhering to Coding Guidelines Following established coding guidelines, regulations, and compliance standards, such as those set by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). 5. Maintaining Confidentiality Handling sensitive patient health information with strict confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA regulations to protect patient privacy and data security.