Certified Professional Coder

Kinwell•WA Western Telecommuter, WA

1d•$52,400 - $89,700•Remote

About The Position

Kinwell was founded on the principle of personalized, whole-hearted care for every patient. We believe the best healthcare is a conversation, and one that includes nutrition, fitness, sleep, and behavioral health. Our Clinicians and Clinic Support staff drive real change in their patient’s well-being. Along the way, we are setting a new standard for primary care, making it more accessible, impactful, and holistic. We are dedicated to building great places to work. We value all teammates and respect a diversity of thought, ideas, and cultures—all focused on the common goal of nurturing the health of those we serve. Kinwell fosters a culture that promotes employee growth, collaborative innovation, and inspired leadership. We bring agility to work every day and thrive on the opportunity to create something refreshing and new. This is where you come in. If you are looking for a new primary care opportunity, one based on the quality of care, not the quantity of patients, please consider our available positions. The Certified Professional Coder (CPC) is responsible for performing routine and complex encounter form coding for ambulatory professional services. This position will serve as an expert on coding processes, as well as maintaining accuracy and regulatory compliance. The CPC collaborates closely with clinical and administrative teams to optimize revenue cycle outcomes and support organizational goals. While this is a remote position, the Certified Professional Coder will be required to live in Washington state or Texas by time of hire.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience.
Three years of experience as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC or CPC-A).
Expertise in ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, CPT, and Category II or E/M coding.
Demonstrated proficiency in use of Epic EMR.
Extensive knowledge of coding conventions and payment rules as they apply to medical record documentation, coding of medical services, and health care reimbursement systems.
Strong analytical, mathematical, interpersonal and relationship skills.
Demonstrated organizational and problem-solving ability.
Ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of management and staff.

Nice To Haves

One year of work experience in Risk Adjustment (HCC) coding.
One year of experience with HEDIS.

Responsibilities

Review electronic medical records initiated by clinicians.
Verify and code diagnoses, evaluation and management (E/M) services, procedures, and other required codes for record accuracy and completeness.
Review and verify the component parts of medical records to ensure accuracy in diagnoses, operations, and special therapeutic procedures.
Code and review principal diagnoses, co-morbidities, complications, therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, supplies, materials, injections, and drugs using ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS (all levels), and other required coding systems.
Perform quality control checks on data entered prior to transmittal and corrects errors as indicated.
Analyze medical record documentation for consistency and completeness using established criteria and regulations.
Ensure all documents in the medical record include authorized signatures and sufficient documentation to support diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes.