Facility Coder III

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado.

📋 Description

• Evaluates medical record documentation to extract and assign diagnoses, procedures, and modifiers for statistical categorization and reimbursement objectives.

• Executes various coding tasks under the supervision of Coding Management.

• Offers insights regarding documentation and coding concerns.

• Employs software applications and coding references to complete coding-related assignments.

• Aids in the training, mentoring, and quality assurance of Level I and Level II coders as instructed by Coding Management.

• Collaborates with clinical departments as necessary.

• Fosters strong unit cohesion by effectively collaborating with team members.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is mandatory.

• 4-6 years of medical coding experience with multi-specialty exposure or a relevant specialty certification is required.

• Strong proficiency in procedural coding is essential.

• Experience in reviewing medical record documentation is required.

• Applies advanced coding knowledge, including familiarity with hospital-based academic guidelines.

• Knowledge of encoder and data abstraction software is necessary.

• Strong understanding of billing and reimbursement processes is required.

• Must achieve a coding proficiency pre-hire test score of 80% accuracy or above.

• Good computer keyboarding abilities are required.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite is essential.

• Experience with Epic software is advantageous.

• Experience with 3M encoder is beneficial.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, 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%.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with employer-paid disability and life insurance.

• Extensive well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center at the Denver Health main campus and the nationally recognized RESTORE Center.

• Complimentary RTD EcoPass for public transportation.

• Childcare discount programs and exclusive perks with major brands, travel, and more.

• Tuition reimbursement and assistance available.

• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) to support internal career growth and advancement pathways.

• Professional clinical advancement program and shared governance.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer, along with free student loan coaching and assistance with navigating the PSLF program.

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer.