Kootenai Professional Services Coder II
Kootenai Professional Services Coder II - Remote
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This position is US-Remote Eligible. Currently, Kootenai Health employees cannot be located in: California, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Rhoda Island, Vermont, Washington D.C., West Virginia, or Wyoming. This list is continuously evolving and may be updated.
Position Summary:
Step into a role where precision meets possibility! Kootenai Professional Services is looking for a detail'driven, code'loving Professional Coder II to join our team! If you thrive on accuracy, enjoy cracking coding puzzles, and want to make a real impact in healthcare documentation, this remote opportunity is calling your name.
In this role you will be responsible for timely and accurate assignment of ICD-10 and CPT, HCPC codes to reflect services documented in the medical record in accordance to regulatory guidelines. Demonstrate coding competencies with quality of coding and daily output of volume consistent with department productivity standards.
What you will do!
- Review the medical record for the assignment of ICD-10, CPT, HCPC codes and modifiers in compliance with hospital guidelines, the current version of ICD Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, and UHDDS.
- Assigns and sequences diagnostic and procedure accurately
- Accurately assignment of modifiers
- Seek clarification from the providers or designated resource to ensure accurate and complete documentation for coding as appropriate.
- Provides education to all assigned providers
- Works in collaboration with the Business Office billing team for specific payer denial reasons.
- Assist in appeal letters as necessary.
- Maintain a working knowledge of reimbursement as it relates to coding: the government prospective payment systems.
- Responsible to identify compliance concerns and education opportunities to the Coding Manager
- Communicate regulatory documentation requirements and education to providers and staff as necessary
- Work collaboratively with Clinic Managers and Coding Manager to define process improvements.
- May be required to work in the clinic; as assigned to work directly with provider(s)
- Perform all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements as well as applicable professional standards
- Achieve and maintains a high level of accuracy and productivity in coded claims
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
- Enhance and maintains coding knowledge and skills
- Attends meetings and travels to other sites as necessary
Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Coding certification required; AAPC or AHIMA
- Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, and pharmacology preferred
- Minimum 1 to 3 years professional services and billing experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of ICD-10/CPT/HCPC coding principles, coding software and the AHIMA coding competencies
- Ability to work effectively in multiple EMR's including but not limited to Epic, and to code for multiple specialties within priority assignment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to maintains positive working relationships with all levels of clinic staff, including while conducting provider education
- Knowledge of payer specific billing regulations required
- Knowledge of 3M Software preferred
Working Conditions:
- Must be able to maintain a sitting position
- Typical equipment used in an office job
- Repetitive movements
- Remote eligible
About Kootenai Health:
Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.
About Kootenai Health:
Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.
As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:
- Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
- Kootenai Health's tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
- Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
- Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
- An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
- Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more
- Robust and interactive employee referral program
- And much more
If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!
Apply today! You can also contact Lindsay Buchanan at [click to reveal email address] the HR Front Desk at [click to reveal phone number] or email [click to reveal email address] with any questions.
Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.
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