On-Site Medical Coding Specialist (Non-Certified)

Sunrise Community Health Center; Evans (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Basic Life & AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

FSA Medical Flexible Spending Account

FSA Dependent Care Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive 401K Plan

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Tuition and Training Reimbursement

Agency Wide Training

Master Class Educational Tool

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sunrise Community Health Center is seeking a Medical Coding Specialist - Non-Certified for the Monfort Family Clinic in Evans, Colorado. This on-site role focuses on accurate coding to secure reimbursement and compliance with HIPAA and policy standards.

The position reports to the Monfort Family Clinic team, with an entry salary of $19.11/hour for 0–12 months of related experience and a range to $25.29/hour depending on qualifications. A strong benefits package accompanies the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree or certificate in Medical Coding preferred; Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential is a plus.
• Coding certification through AHIMA or AAPC and/or a minimum of two years of medical coding experience, training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze patient charts carefully to know the diagnosis and represent every item with specific codes.
• Assign codes for diagnosis, treatments, and procedures according to the appropriate classification system.
• Review claims data to ensure assigned codes meet required legal and insurance rules and that required authorizations are in place prior to submission.
• Evaluate and re-file appeals for patient claims that were denied.
• Ensure correct patient allocation is set.
• Void any duplicate charges or charges entered in error.
• Identify and report error patterns.
• Notify coding supervisors of missing orders or needed documentation clarification.
• Ensure timely and efficient billing of all electronic claim’s submission.
• Accurately enter payment and adjustments in the A/R system.
• Collect health information as documented by medical providers and code them appropriately.
• Consult medical providers for further clarification and understanding of items on patient charts to avoid any misinterpretations.
• Provide accurate account information to patients about their A/R accounts and make any necessary corrections.
• Comply with HIPAA, federal regulations, and Sunrise Community Health policies.

Education

Associate’s degree or certificate in Medical Coding

CPC credential

Job description

Sunrise Community Health Center is seeking a Medical Coding Specialist - Non-Certified for the Monfort Family Clinic in Evans, Colorado. This on-site role focuses on accurate coding to secure reimbursement and compliance with HIPAA and policy standards.

The position reports to the Monfort Family Clinic team, with an entry salary of $19.11/hour for 0–12 months of related experience and a range to $25.29/hour depending on qualifications. A strong benefits package accompanies the role.