Certified Coder-Non Contract - HIM Coding

EvergreenHealth; Kirkland (WA); Remote; USD 38,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL)

Participation in 457(b) retirementplan

Free parking

Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount

Job summary

EvergreenHealth in Washington State seeks a skilled Medical Coder to abstract and assign ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS codes for inpatient, ambulatory, and outpatient accounts using encoder/grouper software and Evergreen’s systems. The role supports external and internal review activities and assists the HIM department with coding and reimbursement issues.

The position requires CPC/CCS-P/CCS/RHIA/RHIT certifications and prior experience coding in a facility setting, with a goal of ensuring

Qualifications

• CPC/CCS-P/CCS/RHIA/RHIT are required certifications.
• Experience coding CPT and ICD-10 in a facility setting is required.
• Experience with coding accuracy and documentation within HIM guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Review records across inpatient, ED, outpatient, Home Health/Hospice to assign ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT/HCPCS codes.
• Use encoder/grouper and leveling software and Evergreen systems to abstract data.
• Review charges entered in Cerner and approve charges per HIM criteria.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical coding

Documentation

Facility setting experience

Education

CPC

CCS-P

CCS

RHIA

RHIT

Job description

Wage Range: $27.45 - $43.92 per hour

Remote in Washington State only

Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications, or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.

Job Summary:

Abstracts, analyzes, and assigns ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS codes to inpatient, ambulatory, and outpatient accounts by using either computerized or manual systems. Supports external and internal review activities and assists the business department in coding and reimbursement issues. Acts as a liaison to medical staff and other hospital department staff in the interpretation of coding conventions and guidelines. Maintains departmental defined quality and productivity standards. This position assists managers with workflow and staffing functions.

Primary Duties:

1. Reviews inpatient, Emergency department, outpatient, Home Health/Hospice and ancillary medical records for pertinent and justifiable medical information to assign classification (ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT/HCPCS) and reimbursement codes that adhere to coding and sequencing guidelines and conventions.
2. Uses encoder/grouper and leveling software and other Evergreen’s computer systems to abstract and collect codes and other defined data from the medical records.
3. Reviews professional charges entered in Cerner and approve charges based on Health Information Management (HIM) department and Medical Staff approved criteria.
4. Performs other duties as assigned.

License, Certification, Education or Experience:

REQUIRED for the position:

• CPC, CCS-P, CCS, Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Experience in CPT and/or ICD-10 coding and documentation in facility setting.

DESIRED for the position:

• 5 years coding experience working in an acute or ambulatory facility care setting.

Benefits Information

Choices that care for you and your family.

At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.

• Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL)
• Participation in 457(b) retirement plan
• Free parking
• Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount