Medical Records Specialist - Coding, Audit & Compliance

Life Care Centers of America; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Medical Records Assistant to support patient clinical records, auditing, and coding in a post-acute care setting. The role emphasizes confidentiality, compliance, and accurate documentation across all records.

The position requires a high school diploma and preferred prior medical records experience, with strong communication skills to coordinate with physicians and nursing staff. Knowledge of Medicare payment systems and EHR usage is essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and federal legal requirements relating to health information
• Excellent communication with physicians, nursing staff, and allied health personnel
• Proficient usage of complex computer software systems
• Functional knowledge in the field of medical records
• Understand and follow company policies including confidentiality and compliance procedures
• Demonstrate integrity and professionalism in accordance with Life Care’s Code of Conduct

Responsibilities

• Accurately audit and complete ongoing reviews of patients’ clinical records for documentation and performance compliance
• Maintain current, overflow, and discharged record filing system
• Understand and apply LTC payment systems, including Medicare
• Apply ICD-10-CM coding
• Understand HIPAA requirements
• Provide excellent customer service to patients
• Assist in evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Communicate and function on an interdisciplinary team
• Move as needed during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Skills

Auditing

ICD-10-CM

HIPAA knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Medical records experience preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Medical Records Assistant to support patient clinical records, auditing, and coding in a post-acute care setting. The role emphasizes confidentiality, compliance, and accurate documentation across all records.

The position requires a high school diploma and preferred prior medical records experience, with strong communication skills to coordinate with physicians and nursing staff. Knowledge of Medicare payment systems and EHR usage is essential.