Coder Outpatient - Ambulatory Clinics

UCHealth•Denver, CO

6d•Remote

About The Position

The Coder Outpatient assigns codes to medical diagnoses and procedures using appropriate coding classifications for assigned areas and record types. The position reviews medical records to determine appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes and assigns charges for applicable clinics or departments. It communicates with department managers or supervisors about coding, compliance, and documentation issues, and seeks clarification from healthcare providers or other designated resources to support accurate and complete coding. The coder develops coding knowledge and skills through continuing education and review of relevant literature. The role requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, minimal supervision, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action. This is a full-time, 100% remote position on the day shift, with 80 hours per two-week pay period. Eligible out-of-state candidates may be considered.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Within one year of hire, hold one of the following credentials: RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CCA, CPC, or CPC-H.
One of the listed coding credentials is essential: Certified Coding Specialist; Certified Professional Coder; Registered Health Information Technician; Certified Hospital Outpatient Coder; Registered Health Information Administrator; Certified Professional Coder Apprentice; CERT CODING SPEC-PHYSICIAN; Certified Medical Coder; Certified Coding Associate; Certified Outpatient Coder; or Certified Ambulance Coder.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Job-related experience.
Coding-related certification from AHIMA or AAPC, as determined at the position level.

Responsibilities

Review medical records and determine appropriate diagnostic and procedural code assignments using applicable classification systems.
Assign charges for applicable clinics and departments.
Communicate with department managers or supervisors about coding, compliance, and documentation issues.
Seek clarification from healthcare providers or other designated resources to ensure accurate and complete coding.
Enhance coding knowledge and skills through continuing education and review of pertinent literature.
Use critical thinking and decisive judgment, work with minimal supervision, and take appropriate action in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Three-Year Incentive Bonus.
Annual merit pay increases and annual market reviews of positions and base pay.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
Free Care.com membership.
Voluntary benefits including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
Paid time off, paid family and medical leave, and leaves of absence.
Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, with buy-up options.
Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability coverage, with a buy-up option.
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution; an additional 457(b) plan may be available.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; a health savings account is available with enrollment in a high-deductible medical plan.
Access to academic degrees and certificate programs.
For specific educational degrees, up to 100% of tuition, books, and fees paid by UCHealth.
Other qualifying education programs may receive up to $10,000 per year prepaid by UCHealth or up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development opportunities.
Free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness.