Coding Analyst

HealthPoint Careers•Renton, WA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

HealthPoint is a community-based, community-supported and community-governed network of non-profit health centers dedicated to providing expert, high-quality care to all who need it, regardless of circumstances. Founded in 1971, we believe that the quality of your health care should not depend on how much money you make, what language you speak or what your health is, because everyone deserves great care. Position Summary: The Coding Analyst evaluates internal coding practices and clinical documentation to safeguard revenue integrity and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. This role conducts internal chart audits to identify coding errors, documentation gaps, and compliance risks. The Coding Analyst educates and collaborates with providers and coding staff to improve documentation accuracy, coding quality, and adherence to guidelines, ultimately reducing audit exposure and supporting overall revenue cycle performance. Compensation is dependent on skills and experience.

Requirements

Completion of coding program and Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification is required.
Three (3) years’ coding experience is required, proficiency in E&M and ICD-10 coding required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and interpret technical and other complex documents.
Ability to write routine correspondence such as letters and memos.
Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations to internal and/or external clients.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small group settings, including interactions with internal teams and external stakeholders, while maintaining professionalism and clarity.
Possesses basic operating knowledge of computers.
Intermediate level of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
Possession and maintenance of Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Certification required.
Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 is required, prior to start. HealthPoint does not accept the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine as proof of vaccination. If you have received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, we ask that you provide documentation demonstrating proof of an alternate COVID vaccine or vaccine series.
All new employees are also required to show proof of immunizations and/or immunity to MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Varicella, annual Influenza and TB QuantiFERON Gold Titer.
Additionally, if you work in a HealthPoint clinic, Tdap (within last 10 years) is required.
Hepatitis B. is required for clinical employees with potential exposure to blood/blood products.
All immunizations are a condition of employment.
Upon hire, employees must provide proof of their immunizations and/or immune titer results prior to starting or no later than their fifth (5) business day of employment.

Nice To Haves

If you are providing immunizations from an electronic health record, please ensure that you obtain a copy of your full records rather than a screenshot. Each page of your records should include your first and last name, date of birth, and the name of the health system from which the records are pulled. If records do not show any data, please seek guidance from your provider for further assistance.
If you are unable to provide proof as noted above, you can choose to have a lab titer drawn to check immunity or to be re-vaccinated.
If you receive vaccination(s) or lab titers, you may obtain them through HealthPoint at no cost to you. This is a great opportunity to get your immunization record up to date at no additional expense.

Responsibilities

Conduct periodic audits of provider documentation, identifying coding errors and providing detailed analysis and rationale aligned with coding guidelines and regulatory standards.
Meet regularly with providers to review audit findings, discuss documentation opportunities, and provide education to improve coding accuracy.
Conduct periodic audits of Coding Specialists, identifying coding errors and providing detailed analysis and rationale aligned with coding guidelines and regulatory standards.
Serve as a resource and provide support to Coding Specialists and the billing team on coding-related questions, guidelines, and best practices.
Perform comprehensive review of patient records to ensure ICD 10 and CPT codes accurately reflect the patient’s documented condition and are coded to the highest specificity for risk gap closure and compliance.
Attend scheduled and ad hoc meetings (virtual or on-site) to discuss billing, coding, and compliance topics as needed.
Develop and deliver training modules for providers and Coding Specialists based on audit findings and emerging error trends.
Maintains good attendance, is punctual and works full scheduled shift as a condition of employment.
Demonstrates respectful, professional, and appropriate behavior that supports a team-oriented work environment.
Demonstrate a commitment to the mission, core values and goals of HealthPoint and its healthcare delivery including the ability to integrate values of integrity, wisdom, creativity, cooperation, responsibility and respect into appropriate programs and services.
Attend staff meetings, in-service meetings and participate in agency committees and task force activities as required.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision for employees and their families/dependents
HSA, FSA plans
Life Insurance, AD&D and Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
PTO Plan for full-time benefited employees. During 0 - .99 years of service, PTO accrual is 5.23 hours per pay period.
Extended Illness Time Away of 40 hours
8 holidays and 3 floating holidays
Compassion Time Away up to 40 hours
Opportunity Time Off (extended time off for staff to invest in themselves) up to 8 weeks
Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Voluntary plans at a discount, such as life insurance, critical illness and accident insurance, identity theft insurance, and pet insurance.
Development and Growth Opportunities