Hospital Coding Specialist

Virginia Mason Medical Center; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equipment provided for remote work

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Seattle seeks a Hospital Coding Specialist to ensure accuracy of medical records for optimal reimbursement while maintaining regulatory compliance. You will review inpatient and outpatient documentation to assign precise CPT and ICD codes, supporting the billing process.

The role requires strong coding proficiency, knowledge of compliance guidelines, ability to analyze documentation for discrepancies, and excellent communication for provider queries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HIM with CCS, RHIA or CIC or equivalent
• Associate’s degree in HIM with CCS, RHIA or CIC or equivalent
• 1 year inpatient coding experience and Coding Certification (CCS, RHIT, RHIA or CIC) required

Responsibilities

• Review complex inpatient and outpatient medical documentation to assign precise diagnosis and procedure codes
• Maintain high levels of productivity and accuracy in coding work
• Compose professional provider queries to resolve coding questions
• Troubleshoot documentation trends to resolve billing inquiries

Skills

CPT/ICD coding proficiency

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Communication with providers

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HIM and Coding Certification (CCS, RHIA, or CIC)

Associate's degree in HIM and Coding Certification (CCS, RHIA, or CIC)

1 year inpatient coding experience + CCS/RHIT/RHIA/CIC

Job description

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 Certification (Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), RHIT, RHIA or Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) OR
• Bachelor’s degree in HIM and Coding Certification (CCS, RHIA, or CIC) OR
• Associate's degree in HIM and Coding Certification (CCS, RHIA, or CIC)

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.