decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2018 Issue 8 (August)
Coders dive into external and internal audits, denials work as job duties expand
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Article Overview
This article summarizes findings from the 2018 DecisionHealth Salary Survey showing how coder responsibilities are broadening beyond traditional coding work. It discusses growth in internal and external audits, denials investigations, administrative training, compliance tasks, and quality reporting in the context of evolving coverage and coding demands. The piece is relevant to coders, coding managers, compliance staff, CDI teams, and practice leaders who want to understand current role expansion and operational trends.
Why This Topic Matters
It highlights shifting expectations for coding professionals and the kinds of noncoding responsibilities that are becoming part of everyday workflow. That makes it useful for employers, revenue cycle teams, and coding staff assessing job scope, staffing needs, and training priorities.
What You Will Learn
- How coder responsibilities are expanding into audit and denial-related work
- What survey respondents reported about internal and external audits
- How compliance, training, and quality reporting duties are affecting coding roles
- Why changes in coverage and coding continue to impact practice operations
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Coding managers
- Compliance staff
- CDI specialists
- Revenue cycle leaders
- Practice administrators
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