Professional Medical Coder II (40-Hours, Day)
Primary Location Clackamas, Oregon
Job Number 1195510 Date posted 04/18/2024
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Description:
Essential Responsibilities:
This is an experienced coding position focused on review of documentation and coding. This position will ensure accurate coding and claim submission and conformity to applicable guidelines and regulations.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Perform documentation and coding reviews within work queues across various specialties as assigned. Utilize available coding tools and knowledge to assist in appropriate assignment of coding.
- Maintain current knowledge to ensure that KPNW coding and documentation meets regulatory guidelines and audit standards. Escalate trends and identified issues through appropriate department channels. Continued development of coding knowledge and regulatory guidelines with maintenance of certification.
- Performs other duties as requested to include complex coding issues and project work as assigned
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- Minimum Two (2) years work experience in a healthcare setting.
- Minimum One (1) year of professional coding experience.
Education
- N/A
License, Certification, Registration
- Coding Specialist Certificate OR Professional Coder Certificate OR Registered Health Information Administrator Certificate OR Professional Medical Auditor Certificate OR Coding Associate Certificate OR Professional Coder Certificate - Apprentice OR Registered Health Information Technician Certificate OR Coding Specialist Certificate - Physician Based
Additional Requirements:
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Medical Terminology.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prefer two (2) year work experience at a KP facility.
- Prefer one (1) year of professional coding and/or auditing experience in one or more of the following areas: evaluation and management (E&M), procedural/surgical, emergency department or anesthesia.
- Working knowledge of the KPHC/EpicCare system.
Primary Location: Oregon,Clackamas,Regional Process Center
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: Day
Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Working Hours Start: 07:00 AM
Working Hours End: 03:30 PM
Job Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Standard
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: W06|SEIU|Local 49
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Department: Portland Regional Process Ctr - Med Rcds-Coding Operations - 1008
Pay Range: $30.67 - $37.93 / hour
The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: No
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Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
