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Denver Health · 2 weeks ago

Professional Coder II - Must Reside in Colorado

Denver, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$24.77/hr - $37.16/hr

1+ years exp

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system that is seeking a motivated Professional Coder II. The role involves reviewing medical record documentation to abstract and assign diagnoses, procedures, and modifiers for statistical classification and reimbursement purposes, while also providing feedback on documentation and coding issues.

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Responsibilities

Meets or exceeds the minimum coding productivity standard for the type of coding performed. (20%)

Meets or exceeds the minimum coding accuracy rate of 95%. (20%)

Meets or exceeds the Key Performance Standards of timeliness. (15%)

Ensures confidentiality of patient information. (15%)

Assist with the training of coders. (5%)

Completes required coding training or other assigned coding instruction. (5%)

Maintains coding credential(s) (5%)

Participates in departmental coding and educational meetings, instruction and roundtables. (5%)

Review coding guidelines. (5%)

Develops and maintains Desk Procedures for assigned areas. (5%)

Qualification

Medical CodingCPC CertificationCCS CertificationCoding GuidelinesJudgmentService OrientationResearchCritical ThinkingActive ListeningDecision MakingCommunicationOrganizational Skills

Required

High School Diploma or GED Required

1-3 years medical coding by abstracting and assigning diagnosis, procedures and modifiers in a multi-specialty facility. Required

Specialty certification required. Required

CPC - Certified Professional Coder - AAPC - American Academy of Procedural Coders Required

CCS - Certified Coding Specialist - AHIMA - American Health Information Management Association

Applies knowledge of coding, coding guidelines

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify correct coding

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate and not interrupting at inappropriate times

Judgment and Decision Making - Must be capable of interpreting and applying coding guidelines

Service Orientation - Ability to handle fast paced environment

Communication - Good oral and written skills

Research - Ability to leverage resources to acquire needed information

Organizational - Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and meet deadlines

Pass a coding proficiency pre-hire test with 75% or higher accuracy score

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