Certified Coder-ProFee I

EvergreenHealth•Kirkland, WA

18d•$27 - $43•Hybrid

About The Position

Abstracts, analyzes, and assigns ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS codes and appropriate modifiers for evaluation and management (E/M), minor procedures, and diagnostic tests by using either computerized or manual systems. Researches and resolves coding and reimbursement issues to ensure the accuracy, quality, and integrity of coding and billing practices. Effectively communicates with clinicians and billing/coding teams regarding code changes and denials. Maintains department defined quality and productivity standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D
Current professional coding credential: AAPC (Certified Professional Coder [CPC], Certified Coding Associate [CCA], Certified Outpatient Coder [COC]), PMI (Certified Medical Coder [CMC]), or AHIMA (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician [CCS-P], Certified Coding Specialist [CCS], Registered Health Information Administrator [RHIA], Registered Health Information Technician [RHIT])
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Satisfactory completion of general coding skills assessment
Proficient knowledge of medical terminology, ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding conventions.
Basic understanding of anatomy, physiology and disease processes.
General understanding of payer billing requirements.

Nice To Haves

One year of professional coding experience in a multi-specialty medical group setting

Responsibilities

Abstracts, analyzes, and assigns CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM codes for professional services based on documentation in the medical record. Code assignment is primarily for E/M, minor procedures and diagnostic tests and based on industry standards and EvergreenHealth policies.
Meets department productivity and accuracy standards.
Promotes a positive working relationship by effectively communicating with clinicians and other support staff regarding changes in the provider’s CPT code selection.
Evaluates patient coding inquiries to determine coding accuracy based on documentation in the patient’s medical record.
Evaluates and researches coding denials from payers to determine the appropriate action and drafts appeal letters for Denial Management.
Identifies and reports trends of code changes, payer denials, missed revenue opportunities and/or compliance risks to the Professional Coding Supervisor.
Identifies and communicates documentation improvement opportunities to Professional Coding Supervisor.
Performs other duties as assigned.