Specialist II - Coding
About The Position
Great care starts with great people. (Like you.) At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most — caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area. We're all in for your career. Expert care from experts who care. At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. Our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness, but behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and unwavering dedication. We’re delivering a healthcare experience that simply feels better through: • Nine acute-care hospitals • Over 200 primary, specialty and urgent care centers • More than 17,000 team members and 4,000 medical staff Since 1927, we’ve been focused on doing what matters most — caring for people and communities across the greater Phoenix area. From humble beginnings to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, we’re just as driven as we were a century ago. Come join us and go all in for your career.
Requirements
- 2 years inpatient coding experience or the ability to code at least two of the following patient types: same day surgery, observation, emergency room.
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - Certification Required or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - Certification Required
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - Certification Required or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - Certification Required
Nice To Haves
- 3 years hospital-based coding experience using 3M encoder software
Responsibilities
- Assign and sequence ICD/CPT diagnostic and procedural codes for designated patient types for data retrieval, billing, and reimbursement.
- Must be able to code at least two outpatient visit types or possess at least 2 years of IP coding.
- Assign and sequence ICD/CPT diagnostic and procedural codes for designated patient types which may include inpatient, observation, ambulatory and emergency room records for billing and reimbursement.
- Review CDI notes in Midas to ensure consistent coding.
- Review and analyze medical records for DRG/APC assignment to accurately reflect the diagnosis/procedures documented in the medical record.
- Abstract clinical data, including discharge disposition, accurately after documentation assessment and review to ensure that it is adequate and appropriate to support the diagnoses and procedures selected to be abstracted.
- Communicate with Medical Staff as appropriate to clarify documentation issues for accurate coding.
- Assist Patient Financial Services with interpretation and selection of appropriate ICD or CPT codes and /or other information requested for accurate billing and reimbursement.
- Possess knowledge and understanding of failed bill parameters.
- Review and ensure accurate procedure charge capture for Emergency and Observation visit types.
- Resolves routine coding issues/problem and appropriately seeks assistance from Coding Supervisor.
- Participates in continuing education activities to enhance knowledge, skills and keep credentials current.
Benefits
- Nine acute-care hospitals
- Over 200 primary, specialty and urgent care centers
- More than 17,000 team members and 4,000 medical staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
