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EvergreenHealth · 5 hours ago

Professional Coding Analyst

Kirkland, Washington

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$33.89/hr - $54.23/hr

3+ years exp

EvergreenHealth is a healthcare organization focused on improving patient care and operational efficiency. They are seeking a Professional Coding Analyst responsible for evaluating coding processes, tracking performance, and recommending improvements to enhance revenue cycle performance.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Analyzes Professional Coding denial data. Identifies trends by performing trend analysis. Prevents future denials by developing and recommending new and innovative methods or solutions to identified issues

Analyzes and identifies trends within coding change data. Researches and identifies opportunities for coder education or process automation

Reviews charge capture audit reports to verify appropriate charges are captured

Monitors the professional coding WQs to identify patterns/trends and investigate potential issues

Develops and monitors PB dashboards, Key Performance Indicators (KPI) data, and coordinates Professional Coding analytics

Collaborates with IT to leverage Epic technology to improve efficiency and foster automation within the Professional Coding Department

Collaborates with clinical areas, Professional Billing, and IT to develop and implement new coding and charge capture workflows

Builds strong relationships and facilitates effective communication with clinical areas and operational leadership

Creates and distributes Epic reports to key stakeholders at scheduled intervals

Develops presentations, reports, and educational materials that effectively communicate information to support Professional Coding revenue cycle optimization

Monitors Epic build for CPT charges to optimize revenue and collaborate across clinical operations, finance, and IT to facilitate resolution

Evaluates annual coding changes to determine Epic build. Works with IT to implement identified changes

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Professional coding credentialICD-10CPTHCPCS codingEpic functionalityMicrosoft Office ExcelMedical terminologyAnatomyPhysiologyPayer billing requirementsProcess improvementTrend analysisCommunication skills

Required

High school diploma or G.E.D

Current professional coding credential: AAPC (Certified Professional Coder [CPC], Certified Outpatient Coder [COC]), PMI (Certified Medical Coder [CMC]), or AHIMA (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician [CCS-P], Certified Coding Associate [CCA], Certified Coding Specialist [CCS], Registered Health Information Administrator [RHIA], Registered Health Information Technician [RHIT])

3 years of professional coding experience in a multi-specialty medical group setting

Possess advanced skills in Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel advanced functions and PowerPoint

Extensive knowledge in ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS coding for professional services with emphasis on major surgical procedures for multiple specialties

Proficient understanding of Epic functionality related to professional coding charge review, denials, and claim edits

Proficient knowledge in medical terminology, coding and sequencing guidelines

Comprehensive understanding of anatomy, physiology and disease processes

Expanded understanding of payer billing requirements, managing denials, payer policies, and navigating payer platforms

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

5 years of professional coding experience in a multi-specialty medical group setting

AAPC specialty surgical certification(s): Certified Cardiology Coder [CCC], Certified Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Coder [CCVTC], Certified Gastroenterology Coder [CGIC], Certified General Surgery Coder [CGSC], Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder [CIRCC], Certified Obstetrics Gynecology Coder [COBGC], Certified Ophthalmology Coder [COPC], Certified Orthopedic Surgery Coder [COSC], Certified Urology Coder [CUC]

Experience with Excel Power Queries

Experience using Epic SlicerDicer

Benefits

Medical, vision and dental insurance

On-demand virtual health care

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plans (457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)

Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

Paid Time Off/Vacation

Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave

Paid holidays

Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance

Voluntary identity theft protection

Voluntary legal insurance

Pay in lieu of benefits premium program

Free parking

Commuter benefits

Company

EvergreenHealth

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EvergreenHealth, a public hospital district, is an integrated health care system offering a breadth of services

Founded in 1972

Kirkland, Washington, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.evergreenhealth.com

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