Coder Outpatient, Professional Medical Coding

  • Jobbing Staffing
  • June 29, 2022 1:09 pm
  • Denver, CO, USA
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Coder Outpatient, Professional Medical Coding

Coder Outpatient, Professional Medical Coding

This is a full-time, hourly position on the UCHealth Medical Group Professional Coding team. You may be based in Loveland or Colorado Springs, Colorado. This position may be a work-from-home opportunity after the initial required on-site training period (variable length dependent upon skillset). Assigns codes to medical diagnoses and procedures using appropriate coding classifications for assigned areas/record types.

Job Duties

  • Reviews medical records to determine all appropriate diagnostic and procedural code assignments using the appropriate classifications systems.
  • Assigns charges for applicable clinics/departments as appropriate.
  • Communication with department manager/supervisor on coding, compliance and documentation issues.
  • Seeks clarification from healthcare providers or other designated resources to ensure accurate and complete coding. Enhances coding knowledge and skills with continuing education activities and by reviewing pertinent literature.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Coding-related certification from AHIMA or AAPC
  • Professional Medical Outpatient Coding experience

Preferred

  • Associate’s Degree
  • 1+ years of Professional Medical Coding experience

The pay range for this position is: $22.14 – $28.78 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant’s relevant experience.

An annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based upon organizational and individual performance.

UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical, dental and vision coverage; retirement plans; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; and a full suite of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insurance. Our employees and their family members have full access to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes up to 5 free counseling visits and work/life solutions, such as one free legal consultation. In addition, other emotional counseling support is available depending upon their need.

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We believe in something different: a focus on the individuality of every person. In big ways and small, we exist to improve the extraordinary lives of all those we serve. As Colorado’s largest and most innovative health care system, we as a team deliver on the commitment to provide the best possible experience for our patients and their families. We foster a true human connection and give people the freedom to live extraordinary lives. A career at UCHealth is more than a job, it’s a passion.

Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent, integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is easy. We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can find the extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth, we’ll do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a meaningful career. There’s no limits to your potential here.

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UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual’s race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. UCHealth does not discriminate against any “qualified applicant with a disability” as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

  • Category : Medical & Healthcare
  • Company Name : University of Colorado Health
  • Salary : $22.14-28.78 per hour

Location

Denver, CO, USA

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