Medical Coder

Salem Clinic P C • Keizer, OR

16d • $26 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Coder supports quality patient care by accurately and promptly coding patient encounters and procedures. The role assigns CPT, CPT-II, CPT-4 modifier, HCPCS, and applicable ICD-10-CM codes, reviews tasks in the assigned billing queue, and returns appropriate coding to Health Plan Services in a timely manner. The Medical Coder also provides feedback about documentation opportunities to the Director of EHI and nursing administration, supports HCC/RAF quality efforts, adds CPT-II codes, and works to close HCC gaps on payer portals.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position at Salem Clinic Inland Shores in Keizer, Oregon, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The role requires accurate, timely work, patient confidentiality, communication and customer service skills, and adaptability to changing departmental needs. The Clinic’s mission is to improve the health of those it serves in a spirit of compassion and respect.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a course in health information management, such as claims analyst, medical biller, or medical coding.
• Working knowledge of CPT, CPT-II, CPT-4, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes.
• Clear, professional, and courteous communication, including effective listening, writing, spelling, and reading skills for face-to-face, telephone, and written communication.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with a keyboard, 10-key, mouse, word processing, and basic Microsoft operating system functionality.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately.
• Ability to interact tactfully with coworkers and providers and work as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an educational program for medical coding.
• One year of coding experience in an ambulatory setting.
• Current coding certification such as CCA, CCS-P, or CPC.
• Knowledge of office procedures, pathology, and medications.
• Knowledge of coding software.

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, CPT-II, CPT-4, and HCPCS codes to patient encounters and procedures.
• Review denials from Health Plan Services, examine documentation, and provide an appropriate new code or a thorough explanation of why the code cannot be changed.
• Recognize documentation requirements and assist the director by providing feedback to providers.
• Meet Clinic deadlines, including month-end close, and adhere to the Mandatory Overtime protocol if activated.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of coding standards, medical terminology, and industry changes through continuing education.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Use Epic, EncoderPro.com, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word, and navigate internet sites to research coding guidelines.
• Demonstrate telephone skills and good customer service techniques.
• Respond flexibly to changing departmental needs and duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED