Certified Coder-ProFee II
full-time•Kirkland•$0k - $0k
About this role
Wage Range: $28.26 - $45.23 per hour
Kirkland, WA Campus
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Job Summary:
Abstracts, analyzes, and assigns ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS codes and appropriate modifiers for evaluation and management (E/M), minor and major procedures, and diagnostic tests by using either computerized or manual systems. Researches and resolves complex coding and reimbursement issues to ensure the accuracy, quality, and integrity of coding and billing practices. Effectively communicates with physicians, clinic leadership and billing/coding teams regarding documentation improvement opportunities, code changes, and denial trends. Maintains department defined quality and productivity standards.
Abstracts, analyzes, and assigns ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS codes and appropriate modifiers for evaluation and management (E/M), minor and major procedures, and diagnostic tests by using either computerized or manual systems. Researches and resolves complex coding and reimbursement issues to ensure the accuracy, quality, and integrity of coding and billing practices. Effectively communicates with physicians, clinic leadership and billing/coding teams regarding documentation improvement opportunities, code changes, and denial trends. Maintains department defined quality and productivity standards.
Primary Job Duties:
- Abstracts, analyzes, and assigns CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM codes for professional services based on documentation in the medical record. Code assignment is primarily for E/M, major procedures and diagnostic tests and based on industry standards and EvergreenHealth policies.
- Meets department productivity and accuracy standards.
- Serves as a subject matter resource to physicians for complex surgical procedures.
- Evaluates patient coding inquiries to determine coding accuracy based on documentation in the patient’s medical record.
- Promotes a positive working relationship by effectively communicating with clinic managers regarding changes in the provider’s CPT code selection.
- Evaluates and researches coding denials from payers to determine the appropriate action and drafts appeal letters regarding complex surgical procedures and bundling issues for Denial Management.
- Identifies and reports trends of code changes, payer denials, missed revenue opportunities and/or compliance risks to clinic leadership.
- Identifies and communicates documentation improvement opportunities to physicians and clinic leadership.
- Provides coverage and backup for other coders as necessary to meet organizational goals.
In addition, performs the following primary duties of Certified Coder-ProFee I:
- Abstracts, analyzes, and assigns CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM codes for professional services based on documentation in the medical record. Code assignment is primarily for E/M, minor procedures and diagnostic tests and based on industry standards and EvergreenHealth policies.
- Promotes a positive working relationship by effectively communicating with clinicians and other support staff regarding changes in the provider’s CPT code selection.
- Evaluates and researches coding denials from payers to determine the appropriate action and drafts appeal letters for Denial Management.
- Identifies and reports trends of code changes, payer denials, missed revenue opportunities and/or compliance risks to the Professional Coding Supervisor.
- Identifies and communicates documentation improvement opportunities to Professional Coding Supervisor.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
License, Certification, Education or Experience:
REQUIRED for the position:
•High school diploma or G.E.D
•Current professional coding credential: AAPC (Certified Professional Coder [CPC], Certified Outpatient Coder [COC]), PMI (Certified Medical Coder [CMC]), or AHIMA (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician [CCS-P], Certified Coding Specialist [CCS], Registered Health Information Administrator [RHIA], Registered Health Information Technician [RHIT]), Certified Coding Associate CCA
• Minimum three years of coding experience with one year of coding experience in a surgical practice, or one year of coding experience and current AAPC specialty surgical certification as outlined below.
•Satisfactory completion of general and specialty specific coding skills assessment
•Proficient knowledge of medical terminology, ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding conventions.
•Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.
•Expanded understanding of payer billing requirements.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•Must possess or achieve one of the following AAPC specialty surgical certification(s) within one year from hire or transfer into the position: (Certified Cardiology Coder [CCC], Certified Coding Associate [CCA, Certified Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Coder [CCVTC], Certified Gastroenterology Coder [CGIC], Certified General Surgery Coder [CGSC], Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder [CIRCC], Certified Obstetrics Gynecology Coder [COBGC], Certified Ophthalmology Coder [COPC], Certified Orthopedic Surgery Coder [COSC], Certified Urology Coder [CUC]).
•High school diploma or G.E.D
•Current professional coding credential: AAPC (Certified Professional Coder [CPC], Certified Outpatient Coder [COC]), PMI (Certified Medical Coder [CMC]), or AHIMA (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician [CCS-P], Certified Coding Specialist [CCS], Registered Health Information Administrator [RHIA], Registered Health Information Technician [RHIT]), Certified Coding Associate CCA
• Minimum three years of coding experience with one year of coding experience in a surgical practice, or one year of coding experience and current AAPC specialty surgical certification as outlined below.
•Satisfactory completion of general and specialty specific coding skills assessment
•Proficient knowledge of medical terminology, ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding conventions.
•Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.
•Expanded understanding of payer billing requirements.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•Must possess or achieve one of the following AAPC specialty surgical certification(s) within one year from hire or transfer into the position: (Certified Cardiology Coder [CCC], Certified Coding Associate [CCA, Certified Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Coder [CCVTC], Certified Gastroenterology Coder [CGIC], Certified General Surgery Coder [CGSC], Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder [CIRCC], Certified Obstetrics Gynecology Coder [COBGC], Certified Ophthalmology Coder [COPC], Certified Orthopedic Surgery Coder [COSC], Certified Urology Coder [CUC]).
DESIRED for the position:
•Five years coding experience in a surgical practice.
•Five years coding experience in a surgical practice.
Benefit Information:
Choices that care for you and your family
Choices that care for you and your family
At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.
- Medical, vision and dental insurance
- On-demand virtual health care
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement plans 457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
- Paid Time Off/Vacation
- Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave
- Paid holidays
- Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
- Voluntary identity theft protection
- Voluntary legal insurance
- Pay in lieu of benefits premium program
- Free parking
- Commuter benefits
- Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount
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Other facts
Tech stack
ICD-10-CM Coding,CPT Coding,HCPCS Coding,Medical Terminology,Anatomy Knowledge,Physiology Knowledge,Disease Processes Knowledge,Payer Billing Requirements,Communication Skills,Coding Denials Research,Documentation Improvement,Coding Accuracy,Surgical Coding,Coding Standards,Quality Standards,Productivity Standards
About EvergreenHealth
EvergreenHealth, a public hospital district and community-owned health care system established in 1972, offers a breadth of services and programs that is among the most comprehensive in the region.
With two hospitals in Kirkland and Monroe and dozens of practices across the region, we serve more than 1 million of our service area in north King and south Snohomish counties, ensuring access close to home and work.
Our 1,100+ physicians provide the most advanced and personalized care with more than 80 primary and specialty services, giving all of our patients a highly collaborative, compassionate experience every time they walk through our doors.
As a public hospital district, EvergreenHealth’s resources and services are in part funded by our community, which means we are accountable to you and everyone we serve. The community’s support allows us to go beyond clinical care and offer community health outreach, education programs and free services like our Healthline, which connects you with a 24/7 consulting nurse service, health information, appointment scheduling assistance, class registration, and more.
For more information, visit: https://www.evergreenhealth.com/
Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Website: http://www.evergreenhealth.com
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Founding Year: 1972
What you'll do
- The Certified Coder-ProFee II abstracts, analyzes, and assigns coding for evaluation and management, procedures, and diagnostic tests. They also resolve complex coding issues and communicate with healthcare providers regarding documentation and coding practices.
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As a Certified Coder-ProFee II at EvergreenHealth, you will: the Certified Coder-ProFee II abstracts, analyzes, and assigns coding for evaluation and management, procedures, and diagnostic tests. They also resolve complex coding issues and communicate with healthcare providers regarding documentation and coding practices..
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