Revenue Cycle Coder - Lead

STRIDE Community Health Center•Denver, CO

3d•$27 - $35•Hybrid

About The Position

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare, we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we offer comprehensive services—including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach, across our 13 clinics in the Denver Metro area. With over 35 years of serving our community, our growing team is at the heart of this mission. We believe healthcare is about more than treating illness; it's about fostering wellness and addressing the unique needs of every person, ensuring that no one is left behind. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready for a career that transforms lives, including your own, STRIDE is the place for you. General Purpose: This Revenue Cycle Coder Lead is responsible for the support and training of STRIDE Coder staff.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
CPC or RHIT/AHIMA.
3+ years coding experience.
Proficient in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding.
Skilled in reviewing clinical documentation and abstracting data using EPIC or similar EHR systems.
Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and payer-specific billing requirements.
Experienced in training and mentoring coders and clinical staff on coding guidelines and updates.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint for reporting and training.
Able to conduct coding audits and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills; able to address coder and provider questions effectively.
Collaborative team player with experience working across departments (e.g., Revenue Cycle, Quality, Finance).

Responsibilities

This role involves assigning ICD-10-CM and CPT codes for diagnoses and procedures for all outpatient accounts
Create education for teams and topics for internal coding consistencies
Train provider staff on coding changes
Train new or existing coding specialists
Provide cross training when necessary
Assist with auditing coded records
Answer ongoing coder questions and listen to problems and concerns, offering suggestions or solutions
Provide Revenue Cycle Supervisor with input from medical record specialists regarding performance reviews
Work collaboratively with Revenue Cycle Department, Quality Service Department, and Finance Department to ensure optimization of reimbursement
Review abstracted data elements such as patient information, dates of service, point of origin, discharge disposition, and attending provider, making necessary changes in EPIC
Review operative reports, progress notes, dictated reports, pathology reports, cytology reports, x-ray reports, laboratory reports, and other medical record information by accessing the electronic record via EPIC
Abstract clinical data from patient records and perform data entry into clinical/statistical database
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent care options
401(k) with matching
Work-life balance
NHSC Loan Repayment
Tuition reimbursement and/or Continuing Medical Education (CME)
No nights, weekends, or major holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discounts on top attractions, hotels, more