Hospital Coding Specialist

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 45.000 - 73.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work equipment provided

Zusammenfassung

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Seattle, WA is seeking a Hospital Coding Specialist to ensure the accuracy and integrity of medical records for optimal reimbursement while maintaining regulatory compliance. You will review complex inpatient and outpatient documentation to assign precise diagnosis and procedure codes.

As a remote employee, you will receive equipment such as a laptop, docking station and dual monitors.

Qualifikationen

• 1 year inpatient coding experience required.
• Coding certificates or HIM degree with certificate required options.
• Strong knowledge of CPT and ICD coding and compliance guidelines.

Aufgaben

• Review inpatient and outpatient records to assign precise codes.
• Compose professional provider queries to support billing.
• Analyze documentation to identify coding discrepancies and errors.
• Maintain high productivity and accuracy in coding tasks.

Kenntnisse

CPT coding

ICD coding

Regulatory compliance

Medical documentation analysis

Ausbildung

Coding Certificate (CCS/RHIT/RHIA/CIC)

Bachelor’s degree in HIM

Associate’s degree in HIM

Jobbeschreibung

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Hospital Coding Specialist, you will help the clinical team and billing department ensure the accuracy and integrity of medical records so they can maximize optimal reimbursement while remaining fully compliant with regulatory standards.

Every day you will review complex inpatient and outpatient medical documentation to assign precise diagnosis and procedure codes. You will be expected to maintain high levels of productivity and accuracy, compose professional provider queries, and troubleshoot documentation trends to resolve billing inquiries.

To be successful in this role, you must possess strong technical proficiency in CPT and ICD coding, a deep understanding of regulatory compliance guidelines, and the ability to analyze medical documentation to identify and resolve complex coding discrepancies.

As a remote employee, we will provide you with the equipment needed to work from home, including a laptop, docking station, dual monitors, and accessories.

Job Requirements

Required

• 1 year inpatient coding experience and Coding Certificate (Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), RHIT, RHIA or Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) OR
• Bachelor’s degree in HIM and Coding Certificate (CCS, RHIA, or CIC) OR
• Associate’s degree in HIM and Coding Certificate.

Where You’ll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person — body, mind, and spirit — in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$32.32 – $53.32 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.