Coder IV

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Our Values

Respect Belonging Accountability Transparency

Department

• Meets or exceeds the minimum coding productivity standard for the type or coding performed. Submits a fully completed and accurate production log weekly in a timely manner. Meets or exceed the minimum coding accuracy rate of 95%. Meets or exceeds the minimum timeliness standard. (85%)
• Participates in coder and provider education including documentation improvement efforts for providers. Interacts with provider nursing staff and departments as assigned. Assist in the training and quality assurance of all coding levels. Completes any required coding training or other assigned coding instruction. Participates in departmental coding and educational meetings and roundtables. Maintains current coding credential. (10%)
• Follows all departmental and DHHA procedures. Follows directions given by coding Management. Manages resources in a conservative responsible and cost-effective manner. Ensures confidentiality of patient information by creating and maintaining a secure and trusting environment by not sharing information learned on the job except when necessary in the performance of the job responsibilities. Works as a member of a coding team for the successful benefit of the department and DHHA. Strives for strong unit cohesion by working well with other members of the team and performing tasks in a manner that maintains the unit cohesion. (5%)

• Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program Required

• Five years medical coding with multi-specialty experience or specialty certification Required and
• Two years experience in an academic setting Required and
• Proficiency in all major specialties Required and
• Strong procedural coding Required and
• Experience reviewing DRG assignment required Required

• CCS-Certified Coding Specialist - AAPC - American Academy of Procedural Coders Required

• Applies advanced knowledge of coding and compliance with a working knowledge of hospital based teaching physician guidelines.
• Knowledge of encoder and data abstraction software.
• Strong knowledge of billing and reimbursement.
• Possess good oral and written communication skills.
• Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Able to think critically.
• Must be capable of reading and interpreting coding guidelines and making subsequent coding decisions.
• Knowledgeable in researching coding related topics and issues.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to give professional presentations.
• Ability to handle a fast paced environment and be a positive role model.
• Must pass a coding proficiency pre-hire test with 85% accuracy or higher.
• Good computer keyboarding skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Epic experience helpful.
• Encoder experience helpful.

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Benefits

At Denver Health we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life your family and your future with generous paid time off fully paid parental leave exceptional retirement contributions comprehensive health coverage and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance career advancement pathways and professional development while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health youre joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year inclusive of vacation personal/sick and 7 Holidays

• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks

• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%

• Generous medical dental vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.

• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands travel and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education coaching and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center a 555-bed acute care medical center Denvers 911 emergency medical response system 10 family health centers 19 school-based health centers Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety the Public Health Institute at Denver Health Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorados primary and essential safety-net health care system Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.