Denver Health · 18 hours ago
Coder IV - Must Reside in Colorado
Denver, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$29.80/hr - $46.19/hr
5+ years expDenver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system that is recruiting a motivated Coder IV to join their team. The Coder IV will review medical record documentation to abstract and assign diagnoses, procedures, and modifiers for statistical classification and reimbursement purposes, while ensuring compliance with coding guidelines.
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Responsibilities
Meets or exceeds the minimum coding productivity standard for the type or coding performed. Submits a fully completed and accurate production log weekly in a timely manner. Meets or exceed the minimum coding accuracy rate of 95%. Meets or exceeds the minimum timeliness standard. (85%)
Participates in coder and provider education including documentation improvement efforts for providers. Interacts with provider, nursing staff and departments as assigned. Assist in the training and quality assurance of all coding levels. Completes any required coding training or other assigned coding instruction. Participates in departmental coding and educational meetings and roundtables. Maintains current coding credential. (10%)
Follows all departmental and DHHA procedures. Follows directions given by coding Management. Manages resources in a conservative, responsible and cost-effective manner. Ensures confidentiality of patient information by creating and maintaining a secure and trusting environment by not sharing information learned on the job, except when necessary in the performance of the job responsibilities. Works as a member of a coding team for the successful benefit of the department and DHHA. Strives for strong unit cohesion by working well with other members of the team and performing tasks in a manner that maintains the unit cohesion. (5%)
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma Required
Five years medical coding with multi-specialty experience or specialty certification Required
Two years' experience in an academic setting Required
Proficiency in all major specialties Required
Strong procedural coding Required
Experience reviewing DRG assignment required Required
CCS-Certified Coding Specialist - AAPC - American Academy of Procedural Coders Required
Applies advanced knowledge of coding and compliance with a working knowledge of hospital based, teaching physician guidelines
Knowledge of encoder and data abstraction software
Strong knowledge of billing and reimbursement
Possess good oral and written communication skills
Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Able to think critically
Must be capable of reading and interpreting coding guidelines and making subsequent coding decisions
Knowledgeable in researching coding related topics and issues
Strong oral and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to give professional presentations
Ability to handle a fast paced environment and be a positive role model
Must pass a coding proficiency pre-hire test with 85% accuracy or higher
Good computer keyboarding skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
Epic experience helpful
Encoder experience helpful
Benefits
Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
Company
Denver Health
Denver Health is a health care organization providing level one care for all, regardless of ability to pay.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1MKey Investors
Health Resources and Services AdministrationCDA Foundation
2024-11-22Grant· $1M
2024-03-18Grant
Leadership Team
Leticia Leyva
Administrative Director. CEO's Office
Ansar Hassan
Interim CFO / Senior Finance Director
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