What Questions Do You Need to Ask from a Medical Coder?

For you to better assess the knowledge and skills of a medical coder, here are questions to keep in mind when you decide to hire one:

• Have you had an experience working in an insurance company?
• If yes, what insurance programs have you billed?
• What medical procedures have you billed in the past and in your current work?
• Do you have sufficient medical coding certification?
• Do you have any other special coding certifications?
• How much time is needed when processing a patient visit or claims?
• What remedies do you employ when a reimbursement claim was denied?

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