Under general supervision and according to established procedures, provides documentation based on patient care, benefits, appropriateness and use of criteria. Ensures adherence to the hospital or department's policies and procedures, standards and practices. Contacts patient/appropriate family member, to obtain any additional information needed to ensure that procedures or surgeries are performed as scheduled and refers self-pay patients for financial assistance.

Work requires knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts normally acquired from an accredited Medical Assistant program and/or Billing and Coding certificate from an accredited program. One year of previous work related experience.