Complete Facility Coding Management Services

Certainty and Consistency — LYNX E/Code coding software

Constantly evolving outpatient coding requirements make it important for your organization to implement a solid approach to coding that is focused on reimbursement, compliance and adherence to changing guidelines. LYNX Facility Coding Services is staffed by experienced clinical and coding specialists that code and provide documentation feedback remotely using LYNX E/Code coding software.

LYNX coders assign facility visit level (E/M) codes based on the LYNX proprietary facility coding criteria, as reviewed and approved by each client, and will support billing under Medicare’s Ambulatory Patient Classification System. LYNX coders assign ICD-9 codes in accordance with standard ICD-9 diagnosis coding conventions.

LYNX Facility Coding Management Services offer:

• Decreased A/R timeframe through efficient record management processes (which begin at the point of service) and prompt coding turnaround times
• Alignment of coding distribution with acuity based on available documentation
• Minimized compliance risk by promotion of accurate code assignment and establishment of a coding audit trail
• The full benefit of LYNX coding quality management programs: comprehensive coder training, aggressive ongoing education, and regular monitoring to ensure that performance standards are met
• Valuable management data to assess financial performance