divh2Coding Specialist/h2pWage Range: $26.91 - $43.05 per hour/ppKirkland, WA Campus - Hybrid in the State of Washington Only/ppPosted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidates years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity./ph3Job Summary/h3pAbstracts, analyzes, and assigns ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS codes and appropriate modifiers for evaluation and management (E/M), minor procedures, and diagnostic tests by using either computerized or manual systems. Researches and resolves coding and reimbursement issues to ensure the accuracy, quality, and integrity of coding and billing practices. Effectively communicates with clinicians and billing/coding teams regarding code changes and denials. Maintains department defined quality and productivity standards./ph3Primary Duties/h3p1. 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./pp2. Meets department productivity and accuracy standards./pp3. Promotes a positive working relationship by effectively communicating with clinicians and other support staff regarding changes in the providers CPT code selection./pp4. Evaluates patient coding inquiries to determine coding accuracy based on documentation in the patients medical record./pp5. Evaluates and researches coding denials from payers to determine the appropriate action and drafts appeal letters for Denial Management./pp6. Identifies and reports trends of code changes, payer denials, missed revenue opportunities and/or compliance risks to the Professional Coding Supervisor./pp7. Identifies and communicates documentation improvement opportunities to Professional Coding Supervisor./pp8. Performs other duties as assigned./ph3License, Certification, Education or Experience/h3pRequired for the position:/pulliHigh school diploma or G.E.D/liliCurrent professional coding credential: AAPC (Certified Professional Coder [CPC], Certified Coding Associate [CCA], 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])/liliGood written and verbal communication skills./liliSatisfactory completion of general coding skills assessment/liliProficient knowledge of medical terminology, ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding conventions./liliBasic understanding of anatomy, physiology and disease processes./liliGeneral understanding of payer billing requirements./li/ulpDesired for the position:/pulliOne year of professional coding experience in a multi-specialty medical group setting/li/ulh3Benefit Information/h3pChoices that care for you and your family/ppAt 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./pulliMedical, vision and dental insurance/liliOn-demand virtual health care/liliHealth Savings Account/liliFlexible Spending Account/liliLife and disability insurance/liliRetirement plans (457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)/liliTuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees/liliFederal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program/liliPaid Time Off/Vacation/liliExtended Illness Bank/Sick Leave/liliPaid holidays/liliVoluntary hospital indemnity insurance/liliVoluntary identity theft protection/liliVoluntary legal insurance/liliPay in lieu of benefits premium program/liliFree parking/liliCommuter benefits/li/ulpView a summary of our total rewards available to you as an EvergreenHealth team member by clicking on the link below./p/div