Medizinischer Dokumentationsassistent / Medizinische Kodierfachkraft m/w/x
Core
Ensuring complete and verifiable coding of hospital cases, including independent capture of diagnoses (ICD) and procedure keys (OPS), and supporting physicians and nursing staff on documentation and length-of-stay management.
Role type
Medical Documentation Assistant / Medical Coder
Builds
Accurate hospital case documentation and coding for DRG-based billing and quality assurance
Domain
Healthcare (Rheumatology, Orthopedics, Osteology, Naturopathy)
Required skills
Medical terminology knowledge, ICD coding, OPS coding, documentation verification, interdisciplinary communication, training delivery, stakeholder communication, EDV system proficiency
Preferred skills
Formal training as Medical Documentation Assistant, SAP experience
Responsibilities
Ensure complete coding of hospital cases, support physicians and nursing staff on documentation, prepare and attend bilateral case discussions with the Medical Service, conduct training for staff, manage document submission to the Medical Service, communicate with payers
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC