Witness to Tragedy: Hospital Coder Speaks Out

What is the role of a medical coder, and how does this position apply to the COVID pandemic? They review electronic records from a database, which report on blood work, prescribed medication, x-ray scans, allergy testing, immunization and other aspects of healthcare provision. Surgeries, drugs and all types of products are recorded using a code, which is linked to a monetary value. In the digital age, this data exists on various software programs and is connected to insurance.

When the COVID pandemic hit, medical coders worked behind the scenes to track patients’ positive tests, vaccinations and care plans. The testimonies of those in these positions may just be a trojan horse in exposing unethical, money-hungry, inefficient and risky protocols that have been rolled out during this time. One such individual joins “Defender In-Depth” for a mind-boggling discussion. Don’t miss it!