Job Description

We are recruiting for a motivated Coder I - Must Reside in Colorado to join our team!
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Department HB & PB Coding Services
Job Summary
The Coder I, is a key member of the Coding Team and has shared accountability for the success of the department. The Coder I, under general supervision, reviews medical record documentation to abstract and assign diagnoses, procedures, and modifiers for statistical classification and reimbursement purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, various coding assignments under the direction of Coding Management. Provides feedback regarding documentation and coding issues. Utilizes software applications and coding references, including electronic, to perform coding related tasks. The Coder I, maintains an understanding of and ensures compliance with, all applicable coding guidelines. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Essential Functions:

• CODING: Meets or exceeds the minimum coding productivity standard for the type of coding performed. Meets or exceeds the minimum coding accuracy rate of 95%. Meets or exceeds the minimum timeliness standard for the area of coding performed. Follows all hospital and departmental procedures. Follows directions given by Coding Management. Ensures confidentiality of patient information. (85%)
• EDUCATION: Completes required coding training or other assigned coding instruction. Participates in departmental coding and educational meetings, trainings and roundtables. If applicable, submits weekly, a fully completed and accurate production log, in a timely manner. Maintains current coding credential(s). (10%)
• DESK PROCEDURE: Assists in the creation, evaluation, updating and on-going review of Desk Procedures for assigned areas. (5%)

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

• less than 1 year Prior medical work-related coding experience, completed coding instruction or coding training preferred. Required and
• less than 1 year Experience reviewing medical record documentation preferred. Required

Licenses:

• CCS-Certified Coding Specialist - AAPC - American Academy of Professional Coders Required or
• AHIMA-AHIMA Member - AHIMA - American Health Information Management Association Required or
• CPCA-Certified Professional Coder Apprentice - AAPC - American Academy of Professional Coders Required or
• CPC - Certified Professional Coder - AAPC - American Academy of Professional Coders Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of coding and coding guidelines.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify correct coding
• Organization: Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and meet deadlines.
• Judgment and Decision Making: Must be capable of reading and interpreting coding guidelines.
• Service Orientation: Ability to handle fast paced environment.
• Must pass coding proficiency pre-hire test with a score of 70% accuracy or higher.
• Communication: Good oral and written skills
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Research: ability to leverage resources to acquire needed information
• Good computer keyboarding skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Epic experience helpful

Shift Days (United States of America)
Work Type Regular
Salary $23.74 - $35.61 / hr
Benefits
Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
Our Values
Respect
Belonging
Accountability
Transparency
All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.
Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.
Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.
Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.

Skills Required