Coordinator, Quality Medical Coding, Professional Billing

UCHealth; Denver (CO); Remote; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Denver is seeking a Coordinator for Quality Medical Coding in Professional Billing. This role is crucial for ensuring coding data integrity and involves conducting reviews, audits, and providing education to staff. The position allows for remote work and offers competitive benefits.

Benefits

Health Coverage

403(b) with matching

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Wellness Programs

Education Benefits

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal quality reviews and audits.
• Provide coding education and training to staff.
• Review coded claims data for denials.

Skills

Coding Education

Quality Review

Critical Thinking

Education

High School diploma or GED

Coding certification from AHIMA or AAPC

Job description

Coordinator, Quality Medical Coding, Professional Billing

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Job Details

• Location: UCHealth Admin Lowry, Denver, CO
• Department: UCHlth Professional Coding
• FTE: Full Time, 1.0 (80 hours per pay period)
• Shift: Days
• Pay: $33.82 - $50.73/hour (dependent on experience)

Job Summary

Responsible for ensuring coding data integrity by reviewing diagnosis and procedure codes, validating MS-DRG, APC, or RVU designations. This is a remote position; out-of-state candidates may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal quality reviews and audits, monitor issues, and report trends.
• Provide coding education and training to staff and leadership.
• Respond to coding inquiries and review physician queries.
• Review coded claims data for denials and customer service requests, providing clear rationales.
• Work independently, think critically, and operate efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Coding certification from AHIMA or AAPC.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in professional billing coding.
• Experience in coding audits and education.

Benefits and Additional Information

UCHealth offers competitive benefits including health coverage, 403(b) with matching, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, wellness programs, education benefits, and student loan repayment assistance through PSLF.

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