Valley Medical Center ยท 1 day ago
Coder/Abstractor II (Remote, WA residents only) (2025-0627)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$27.48/hr - $45.92/hr
3+ years expValley Medical Center is seeking a Coder/Abstractor II responsible for coding and abstracting medical documentation while adhering to strict coding guidelines. The role involves ensuring accurate coding for all assigned accounts and providing feedback and training to clinic personnel to improve coding practices.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Assures all completed accounts are coded and sent electronically to patient accounts
Abstracts and assigns ICD-10, CPT or HCPCS codes for diagnoses and procedures
Hospital Inpatient Billing: Ability to use and understand ICD-10-PCS for inpatient procedures
Provides feedback and training to clinic personnel to prevent future occurrences of inappropriate coding
Codes all records based on documentation, being careful to follow strict coding guidelines, payer regulations, and ethics
Reviews coding-based edits, corrects errors, and educates clinic and medical staff on appropriate use of CPT, ICD-10, or HCPCS codes
Reviews coding-based denials, corrects errors, and educates clinic and revenue cycle staff on appropriate coding procedures when services are denied due to inappropriate diagnosis or procedure coding
Meet coding productivity and accuracy expectations
Participates in coding meetings to enhance knowledge and coding compliance skills
Communicates effectively with Patient Accounts in relationship to coding or charging concerns and the submission of claims
Communicates effectively with various hospital departments to resolve missing or inaccurate charges
Assumes a leadership role in the department and acts as a resource to other members of the department
Apprises management of concerns as appropriate, including backlogs and time available for additional tasks
Maintains appropriate CEUs annually as required for certification
Maintains confidentiality of all accessible patient financial or medical records information
Demonstrates the awareness of the importance of cost containment for the department. Provide suggestions regarding process or quality improvement opportunities to department manager
Adheres to policies and procedures as required by VMC
Performs all job functions in a manner consistent with Valley's expectations as defined in Service Cultural Guidelines
Other duties as assigned to facilitate accurate, timely patient account management
Qualification
Required
High School Graduate or equivalent required
Associate or bachelor's degree required; focus on HIM preferred
Hospital Inpatient Coder: CCS, RHIT or RHIA required
Hospital Outpatient Coder: CCS, RHIT or RHIA required
Minimum of three (3) years coding experience in a hospital or physician group practice or other ambulatory care setting required
Demonstrated skill in typing and knowledge of computers
Demonstrated ability to use and understand the ICD-10 and CPT-4 coding methodologies
Demonstrated knowledge in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
Demonstrates ability to communicate in writing and verbally in the English language in an effective manner. Effective communication includes ability to spell accurately and write legibly
Demonstrated ability to maintain records accurately and keep all records confidential
Demonstrates ability to research authoritative citations related to coding, compliance, and additional reporting needs
Demonstrated ability to interact professionally on the phone and in person with staff, doctors, and supporting departments
Demonstrated ability to learn tasks and handle responsibility
Able to carry out assignments independently, follow procedures and exercise good judgment
Proficient data entry skills
Demonstrated ability to decipher handwritten notes
Attention to detail, excellent organizational and time management skills are essential
Regular and punctual attendance is a condition of employment
Preferred
Ability to use 3M Encoder, EPIC, Excel, Word, and Chart Maxx preferred
Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party coding and billing requirements
Company
Valley Medical Center
Valley Medical Center is the largest nonprofit healthcare provider between Seattle and Tacoma.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michele Forgues-Lackie MBA, FACHE, FACMPE, CHFP
SVP/CFO, UW Medicine's Valley Medical Center
Liz Nolan
SVP Chief Communications & Marketing Officer
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