Certified Coder III

Employer
INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES
Location
Renton, Washington
Salary
Negotiable
Posted
Dec 12, 2024
Closes
Dec 19, 2024
Ref
2864944536
Role Type
Billing / Coding
Position Type
Staff
Hours
Full Time
Work Mode
On-site
Employment Type
Permanent
Join the ICHS Team!

Discover how you can make an impact on people, communities and creating greater health equity.

International Community Health Services (ICHS) is a nationally-recognized federally qualified health center, and for over 50 years ICHS has provided culturally and linguistically appropriate health and wellness services, including increasing health equity for uninsured and medically underserved individuals of all languages and walks of life. We firmly believe that access to quality health care strengthens our families and communities, and promotes a more just society. We take pride in our diverse and inclusive workforce and at ICHS we value respect and support each other so each individual can achieve his or her full potential. We invite you to join us and be inspired by colleagues that share your mission and purpose.

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We offer

Competitive salary for the Seattle/Puget Sound region
"Share the success" bonuses
Insurance premiums 100% paid by ICHS
Paid time off accrual up to 200 hours annually with up to 264 hours rollover year to year
Automatic 4% retirement contribution
9 paid holidays a year, including 2 personal holidays
Reimbursement for professional licensure

The Certified Coder is responsible for the daily coding workflow - to ensure quality and compliance for charge review and processing for all clinic services. The Certified Coder will also assist with focused coding review projects, developing and conducting provider education, and coder training.

Pay Range: $26.85 - $39.31

Education - High school diploma or GED required. Associate of Arts degree in Health Information Administration or a related field or equivalent work experience preferred. Completion of a certificate program in coding and billing also considered.

Experience - At least 7 years work experience in medical coding and billing field required. FQHC and Epic background preferred. Knowledge of specialized service areas preferred: Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), inpatient hospital visits, Vision, Behavioral Health, Telehealth services during the public health emergency, Acupuncture. Experience with provider audits, provider education and training, payer audits for risk adjustment diagnosis coding, and 2021 Evaluation & Management guidelines.

Other Requirement(s) - Professional coding certification from AAPC (CPC) required or AHIMA (CCS-P). Additional AAPC certifications preferred: CRC (Certified Risk Adjustment Coder) and CPMA (Certified Professional Medical Auditor).