Medical Coder – Precision & Compliance (ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT)

DaMar Staffing; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center in Spokane, WA is seeking a Medical Coder to perform inpatient, outpatient, and observation coding in accordance with VA guidelines, ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS. The coder must maintain an overall coding accuracy rate of 95% or above.

Responsibilities include coding to the highest specificity, completing provider queries, meeting productivity standards, and linking documents to veteran records in Cerner/Oracle.

Qualifications

• Active coding credential required (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC, or equivalent).
• Prior VA or federal healthcare coding experience preferred.
• Knowledge of VA-specific coding requirements.
• Understanding of medical clinics and clinical documentation.
• Ability to locate FINs and link documents to veteran records in Cerner/Oracle.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Must complete VA cybersecurity/privacy training and NDA before start.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an overall coding accuracy of 95% across all record types.
• Code all diagnoses and procedures to the highest degree of specificity.
• Complete provider queries in a timely and compliant manner.
• Meet coding productivity standards for various encounter types.
• Locate FINs and link documents to veteran records in Cerner/Oracle.
• Complete 100% internal QA on all records prior to submission.
• Report errors to HIMS Supervisor immediately on discovery.
• Follow VA policies and SOPs including VHA 1907.01.

Skills

Active coding credential

VA/federal healthcare coding

VA-specific coding knowledge

Clinical documentation

Cerner/Oracle linkage

MS Office proficiency

Job description

The Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center in Spokane, WA is seeking a Medical Coder to perform inpatient, outpatient, and observation coding in accordance with VA guidelines, ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS. The coder must maintain an overall coding accuracy rate of 95% or above.

Responsibilities include coding to the highest specificity, completing provider queries, meeting productivity standards, and linking documents to veteran records in Cerner/Oracle.