Coding Specialist I

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic; Toppenish (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health insurance

Profit sharing & 403(b)

Generous PTO & 8 holidays

Job summary

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic in Toppenish, WA is seeking a Coding Specialist I to identify and resolve issues delaying clinical charge postings. You will post charges in Epic, review documentation, and ensure confidentiality of patient data in a HIPAA-compliant environment.

The role supports experienced coding staff and offers 1.0 FTE, competitive hourly pay, and generous benefits including 100% employer-paid health insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, and PTO with holidays.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Medical coding program preferred.
• Minimum six months healthcare coding/billing experience.
• Experience with a healthcare practice management system.
• Epic system experience preferred.
• CPC or CCS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and resolve issues that impede posting of clinical charges.
• Post charges in Epic per coding rules and conventions.
• Review charge documents for completeness and return incomplete documents.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient demographics and financial information.
• Uphold Medicare, Medicaid, and HIPAA compliance in billing, collections, and PHI.
• Report to work as scheduled and meet performance standards.
• Essential functions may be revised by the employer.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Data entry

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical coding program (preferred)

Tools

Epic system

Billing software

Job description

17129

Join our team as a Coding Specialist I at our Central Administration office in Toppenish, WA!

Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics.

Job Brief

Coding Specialist I Toppenish, WA

Employment duration:

Full time

Exempt Status:

Non-exempt

Offer Relocation?:

No

ID:

17129

Position Highlights

• 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week).
• $21.44-$26.27/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates.
• 100% employer-paid health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine.
• Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available.
• Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!

What You’ll Do

• Identify, research, and resolve issues that impede the successful posting of clinical charges.
• Posts charges in Epic per the Coding rules and conventions.
• Review charge documents for completeness and return incomplete documents to the source.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient demographics and medical and financial information at all times.
• Uphold Medicare, Medicaid, and HIPAA compliance guidelines in relation to billing, collections, and PHI information.
• Employees are expected to report to work as scheduled, participate in all assigned meetings, and meet established performance and accountability standards.
• The listed essential functions are not necessarily exhaustive and may be revised by the employer at its sole discretion.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
• Graduate of a medical coding program is preferred.
• Minimum six months experience in healthcare coding or billing.
• Experience with a healthcare practice management system.
• FQHC Billing or Coding Experience is preferred.
• Epic system experience is preferred.
• CPC (Certified Professional Coder) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification is preferred.
• Ability to use and understand billing coding books and guides.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of medical/dental terminology, data entry, and billing coding is preferred.
• Knowledge of accounts receivable processes is preferred.
• Maintain consistent performance and attendance standards
• Effective verbal, written, and listening communication skills are essential.

Our Mission Statement

“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Visit our website at to learn more about our organization!