Job Summary
Under general supervision, performs various coding assignments under the direction of the Coding Manager. Assignments include review and correction of ICD-9, CPT codes and modifiers on previously coded documents, coding from medical records, charge capture from preparation and other coding department assignments. Maintains logs and tracking documents so that location of individual cases may be made in a timely manner. Provides feedback to supervisors regarding documentation issues or reoccurring coding issues. Utilities software applications and information systems to perform tasks related to patient encounters and/or services.
Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of coding, coding guidelines, and compliance. Good computer keyboarding skills. Knowledge of encoder and data abstracting software. Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and how to use it for email and calendar functions. Good oral and written communication skills. Good organizational skills and the ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Must be capable of reading and interpreting coding guidelines. Knowledgeable in researching coding related topics and issues. Ability to handle a fast paced environment.
Education
Education: Graduation from high school or possession of a GED certificate.
Experience
Experience: Minimum of 2 years medical coding experience assigning ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 codes. Experience with medical record documentation required. Pass keyboarding, 10 key and Microsoft Windows test.
Credentials
Certification by the American Health Information Management Association or America Association Professional Coders.
Work Type
Full time
Pay Range
Minimum: 23.09
Midpoint: 28.86
Maximum: 34.63
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, efficient, high-quality academic health care system that is considered a model for the nation. The Denver Health system includes the Rocky Mountain Regional Level I Trauma Center, a 525-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 8 family health centers, 15 school-based health centers, the Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Center, the Denver Public Health Department, an HMO, and The Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorado's primary safety net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided more than $3.3 billion in care for the uninsured in the last ten years. Denver Health is a leader in performance and quality improvements and remains financially secure, in part, due to its nationally recognized implementation of lean principles in healthcare. Denver Health is a major resource to the community, serving approximately 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.
Located just south of downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
We strongly support diversity in the workforce and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
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