Professional Coder II
Job Description
Denver Health
Internal Number: R5137
We are recruiting for a motivated Professional Coder II to join our team!
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Department
HB & PB Coding Services
Job Summary
Under general supervision, reviews medical record documentation to abstract and assign diagnoses, procedures, and modifiers for statistical classification and reimbursement purposes. Performs various coding assignments under the direction of Coding Management. Provides feedback regarding documentation and coding issues. Utilizes software applications and coding references, including electronic, to perform coding related tasks.
Essential Functions:
- Meets or exceeds the minimum coding productivity standard for the type of coding performed. (10%)
- If applicable, submits a fully completed and accurate production log weekly in a timely manner. (10%)
- Meets or exceeds the minimum coding accuracy rate of 95%. (10%)
- Meets or exceeds the minimum timeliness standard. (10%)
- Completes required coding training or other assigned coding instruction. (10%)
- Participates in departmental coding and educational meetings, trainings and roundtables. (10%)
- Maintains current coding credential(s). (10%)
- Follows all hospital and departmental procedures. Follows directions given by Coding Management. (10%)
- Manages resources in a conservative, responsible, and cost-effective manner. (5%)
- 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. (5%)
- Works as a member of a coding team for the successful benefit of the department and DHHA. (5%)
- 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%)
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED Required
Work Experience:
- 1-3 years Two years medical coding with multi-specialty experience or specialty certification Required and
- Experience reviewing medical record documentation Required
- Strong procedural coding preferred.
Licenses:
- CCS-Certified Coding Specialist – AAPC – American Academy of Procedural Coders Required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Applies knowledge of coding, coding guidelines and a working knowledge of hospital based academic guidelines.
- Good oral and written skills.
- Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Must be capable of reading and interpreting coding guidelines.
- Ability to handle fast paced environment.
- Must pass a coding proficiency pre-hire test with 75% accuracy or higher.
- Good computer keyboarding skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Epic experience helpful.
Shift
Work Type
Regular
Salary
$24.86 – $36.14 / hr
Benefits
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Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
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Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
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On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
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Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
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Tuition reimbursement & assistance
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Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
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Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
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Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
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National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
Our Values
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Respect
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Belonging
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Accountability
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Transparency
All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.
Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver?s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorado?s primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.
Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
We strongly support diversity in the workforce and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
Denver Health values the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. For more about our commitment to diversity visit: https://www.denverhealth.org/for-professionals/careers/diversity-and-inclusion
Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.
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