Kootenai Professional Services Surgical Coder

29022

 

Position Summary:

 

This position evaluates medical records, abstracts and assigns appropriate CPT, ICD, HCPC codes and modifiers following coding and payer guidelines. Coding will include areas in a variety of specialties such as: general surgery, orthopedics, ENT, gynecology, cardio thoracic, neurosurgery and trauma.

 

Responsibilities:

Assigns accurate CPT and diagnosis codes for services rendered based on documentation present prior to approving claim for submission
Assigns surgical CPT procedural codes using the rules established by the American Medical Association and CMS guidelines
Maintains and expands knowledge of coding and sequencing guidelines to ensure that all healthcare information is accurately assigned the appropriate CPT and ICD-10CM codes, according to coding and reimbursement guidelines
Provides all customers of Kootenai Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating performance imperatives each day
Contacts members of the medical staff for clarification in cases where documentation in the record is unclear or insufficient to determine correct coding assignment
Successfully meet accuracy and productivity standards as established by department
Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements as well as applicable professional standards
Fully abstracts surgical cases for correct coding
Communicates with providers and has the ability to relay regulatory guidelines to support choices in coding
Ability to code beyond the usual elective procedures such as complex factures, general surgeries such as traumatic injuries from MVAs, complex surgeries, investigational surgeries, etc.
Performs other related duties as assigned
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

     

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

 
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Coding certification required; AAPC or AHIMA
CGSC (Certified General Surgery Coder) or COSC (Certified Orthopedic Surgical Coder) certification preferred
5 years of coding experience with 3 years of surgery coding experience required
Epic experience required
Effective human relation skills are required for interacting with all levels of clinic staff, including providers

   

Working Conditions:

 
Must be able to maintain a sitting position
Typical equipment used in an office job
Repetitive movements
Remote eligible
 

About Kootenai Health:  

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.  

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:  

Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.    Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it   Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.    Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials   An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching    Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more   Robust and interactive employee referral program   And much more  

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!   

Apply today! Please contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email Lindsay Buchanan at lbuchanan@kh.org with any questions.   

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.