Health Information Management Coding Specialist

Grand River Health Main Campus•Rifle, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

HIMS Coding Specialist FT Grand River Health | Rifle, CO CCS, CCA, or CPC certification required 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 .

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred; coding education and/or CCS, CCA, or CPC certification required, or eligibility to sit for a credentialing exam.
General office experience preferred, with previous medical coding experience a plus.
Basic understanding of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding, along with knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
Strong attention to detail, with the ability to code routine accounts accurately, resolve basic coding edits, meet productivity standards, and use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Clear communication and organizational skills, a willingness to learn and apply training, and the ability to maintain HIPAA compliance while providing excellent customer service.

Nice To Haves

Previous medical coding experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Support accurate medical coding and record management by reviewing patient documentation, assigning appropriate codes, and maintaining reliable data for billing and reporting.
Help ensure coding practices meet established guidelines while protecting patient confidentiality and supporting the HIM team.
Assign appropriate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for routine diagnoses and procedures in accordance with official coding guidelines.
Review electronic health records, verify supporting documentation, and abstract relevant information for billing and statistical reporting.
Communicate with medical providers and Patient Financial Services to clarify documentation and resolve coding or billing discrepancies.
Organize, locate, file, and deliver medical records while maintaining accurate coding data and patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA requirements.
Compile and report statistical information, complete administrative tasks, and provide team support to help meet HIM department goals.
Perform a variety of tasks and other duties as assigned.