Certified Professional Coder: Reimbursement Specialist

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation; Nespelem (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation is seeking a CTHCA Certified Professional Coder to support reimbursement data analysis and documentation review at Colville Tribal Healthcare Authority in Nespelem, WA. The role emphasizes coding accuracy, compliance with payer requirements, and coordination with the Revenue Cycle team.

The ideal candidate holds CPC or CCS certification, a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least 12 months of billing and coding experience.

Qualifications

• This position requires High School Diploma or Equivalent and 12 months billing and coding experience.
• Requires a CPC or CCS certificate from the American Academy of Professional Coders or American Health Information Management Association and to maintain certification throughout employment.
• Must maintain working knowledge of coding and billing requirements from Medicare, Medicaid, and other third-party payers.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Researches and analyzes data needed for reimbursement.
• Analyzes medical records and identifies documentation deficiencies.
• Serves as resource and subject matter expert to other coding staff.
• Reviews and verifies documentation supports diagnoses, procedures and treatment results.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Time management

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation is seeking a CTHCA Certified Professional Coder to support reimbursement data analysis and documentation review at Colville Tribal Healthcare Authority in Nespelem, WA. The role emphasizes coding accuracy, compliance with payer requirements, and coordination with the Revenue Cycle team.

The ideal candidate holds CPC or CCS certification, a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least 12 months of billing and coding experience.