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HIMS CODING SPECIALIST
Health Information Management Systems (HIMS) - Grand River Health Rifle CO
At Grand River we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect friendliness and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.
What Youll Do
The HIM Coding Specialist is responsible for accurate and timely coding of patient records using ICD-10-CMCPT and HCPCS coding systems to support billing compliance and data reporting. This role supports the efficiency and integrity of the Health Information Management (HIM) department by ensuring coding accuracy regulatory compliance and proper documentation.
The level (I II or III) is based on experience complexity of cases coded credentials held and demonstrated performance. Higher-level specialists code more complex cases support audits analyze trends and may provide guidance to others.
- Assign ICD-10-CM CPT and HCPCS codes for inpatient and outpatient encounters in accordance with official coding guidelines.
- Review medical records in the EHR to ensure documentation supports assigned codes.
- Abstract required data for billing quality and statistical reporting.
- Maintain productivity and accuracy standards while managing a steady workload.
- Protect patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and organizational policies.
- Communicate with providers and internal departments to clarify documentation or resolve discrepancies.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support HIM department operations.
Additional responsibilities at advanced levels (IIIII) may include:
- Handle more complex coding including surgical and multi-condition cases.
- Support audits and help ensure coding accuracy and compliance.
- Spot documentation issues and work with teams to resolve them.
- Review coding trends to help improve processes and accuracy.
Who Were Looking For
Education & Credentials
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- AHIMA credentials (RHIT RHIA CCS CCS-P) or AAPC credentials (CPC CPC-H) required or eligible for credential testing.
- Commitment to ongoing education in healthcare coding.
Experience
- Specialist I: Entry-level to foundational coding experience; routine diagnoses and procedures.
- Specialist II: Demonstrated experience coding more complex cases; supports audits and compliance activities.
- Specialist III: Typically 47 years of hospital acute care or multi-specialty clinic coding experience; acts as a subject matter expert for complex cases and compliance.
- Equivalent skills and demonstrated performance may be considered in lieu of years of experience.
- Experience with coding software required; 3M encoder experience preferred.
What We Offer
Our total rewards package includes
- Pay Range: $18.50 - $26.80 /hour (based on experience)
- Comprehensive Benefits:Medical dental vision PTO from day one extended illness time retirement plan with match and more
- Perks:Payroll deductions for hot springs gyms ski passes pet insurance access to outdoor recreation and more!
Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors including a candidates qualifications skills competencies and experience.
Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.
Why Join Grand River Health
As a special taxing district we are accountable to our community allowing us to prioritizeexceptional patient-centered careover financial bottom main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live the atmosphere ofa caring and friendly communityhas been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.
OUR MISSION:
To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
OUR VISION:
To be our communities first choice in quality healthcare.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Sales Experience
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- Customer Service
- Communication skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Microsoft Word
- Case Management
- OSHA
- Team Management
- Catheterization
- Microsoft Outlook Calendar
- EHS
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