Coding Specialist
About The Position
Coding Specialist Grand River Health | Rifle, CO At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect , friendliness , and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care . What You’ll Do The Health Information Management (HIM) Coding Specialist (Levels I–III) assigns accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes and abstracts patient data to support billing, reimbursement, and reporting. This role ensures timely, compliant coding in accordance with official guidelines, payer requirements, and HIPAA standards. Scope and complexity of work increase with experience.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Coding education and/or CCS/CCA/CPC preferred or eligible for credential testing.
- General office experience preferred.
- Medical coding experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for diagnoses and procedures
- Abstract required data from medical records for billing and reporting
- Review EHR documentation to ensure coding accuracy and compliance
- Code complex cases as appropriate, including surgical, trauma, oncology, chronic, and multi-system encounters
- Identify and resolve documentation or coding discrepancies in collaboration with providers and Patient Financial Services
- Meet established productivity, accuracy, and turnaround time standards
- Participate in coding audits and quality reviews
- Analyze coding data and identify opportunities for process improvement (Level II–III)
- Stay current on coding guidelines and regulatory requirements
- Provide guidance or mentoring to junior coding staff as appropriate (Level III)
- Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and organizational policies
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO from day one, extended illness time, retirement plan with match, and more
- Perks: Payroll deductions for hot springs, gyms, ski passes, pet insurance, access to outdoor recreation, and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
