Coder IV – IP DRG

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado, +12 more states.

📋 Description

• Evaluate medical record documentation to extract and categorize diagnoses, procedures, and modifiers for statistical classification and reimbursement purposes.

• Execute coding tasks under the supervision of Coding Management.

• Provide insights regarding documentation and coding challenges.

• Utilize software applications and coding references to carry out coding-related activities.

• Ensure adherence to Official Coding Guidelines.

• Code inpatient accounts, including ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding, PCS, and DRG coding.

• Draft physician queries.

• Code intricate inpatient, observation, surgical, and procedural segments.

• Conduct ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding and CPT procedure coding.

• Achieve or surpass coding productivity, accuracy, and timeliness benchmarks.

• Submit a complete and precise weekly production report.

• Engage in coder and provider education and documentation enhancement initiatives.

• Collaborate with providers, nursing personnel, and designated departments.

• Assist with training and quality assurance across all coding tiers.

• Complete mandatory coding training and assigned instructional coding tasks.

• Participate in departmental coding and educational meetings and discussions.

• Adhere to departmental protocols and Denver Health directives from Coding Management.

• Safeguard patient information confidentiality.

• Function as part of the coding team and bolster unit cohesion.

⛳️ Requirements

• Post High School Diploma or completion of a Certificate Program is mandatory.

• A minimum of five years of medical coding experience with multi-specialty exposure or specialty certification is required.

• At least two years of experience in an academic environment is essential.

• Proficiency across all major specialties is required.

• Strong procedural coding skills are necessary.

• Experience in reviewing DRG assignments is required.

• CCS-Certified Coding Specialist certification is a must.

• Advanced understanding of coding and compliance, including hospital-based teaching physician guidelines.

• Familiarity with encoder and data abstraction software is necessary.

• Strong knowledge of billing and reimbursement processes.

• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.

• Strong organizational skills alongside the capability to work independently and meet deadlines.

• Ability to think critically.

• Competence in reading and interpreting coding guidelines to make informed coding decisions.

• Familiarity with researching coding-related topics and issues.

• Ability to deliver professional presentations.

• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment and serve as a positive role model.

• Must successfully complete a coding proficiency pre-hire test with a score of 85% or higher.

• Proficient computer keyboarding skills are required.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is essential.

• Experience with Epic is advantageous.

• Encoder experience is beneficial.

• All applicants for safety-sensitive positions must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test following a conditional job offer.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid time off beginning at 28 days annually, which includes vacation, personal/sick days, and 7 holidays.

• 100% paid parental leave for up to 6 weeks.

• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions of up to 9.5%.

• Generous medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

• Employer-funded disability and life insurance coverage.

• Comprehensive well-being programs available.

• On-site fitness center for employees.

• Complimentary RTD EcoPass for public transportation.

• Discounts available for childcare programs.

• Exclusive benefits with major brands, travel opportunities, and more.

• Tuition reimbursement and assistance programs offered.

• Opportunities for education, coaching, and professional development.

• Professional clinical advancement programs and shared governance initiatives.

• Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

• Complimentary student loan coaching and guidance for navigating the PSLF program.

• Eligible employer for both National Health Service Corps and Colorado Health Service Corps.