Remote Outpatient Quality Coding Coordinator

Coordinator Quality Coding Outpatient

Location:

UCHealth Admin Lowry, Denver CO

Department: UCHlth Outpatient Coding 2

Work Schedule:

Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Days

Pay: $33.82 - $50.73 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

This position is 100% remote. Eligible out-of-state candidates may be considered.

Ensures coding data integrity by reviewing diagnosis and procedure code assignments and validating MS-DRG, APC, or RVU designations.

• Conduct internal quality reviews in accordance with the Coding Compliance Plan; review government, commercial, and other external audits.
• Perform internal audits as requested by other departments; monitor and report issues/trends.
• Present coding education to staff, leadership, and others throughout the Health System; provide training as necessary; assist with developing and guiding SMEs responsibilities.
• Respond to coding questions submitted throughout the Health System; review physician queries for appropriateness and related correspondence.
• Review coded claims data in response to denials and customer service requests; provide thorough rationale and explanation for proper code assignments.
• Operate within scope of job, requiring critical thinking, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast‑paced environment.

• High School diploma or GED.
• Required Licensure/Certification: coding‑related certification from AHIMA or AAPC.
• 3 years of relevant experience.

• Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3‑Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
• Performance‑based pay increase:
  The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills, and cost of living.
• Market reviews:
  All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Access to 24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free  membership.
• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto, and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Time away from work:
  Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
• Employer‑provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy‑up coverage options.
• Employer-provided short‑term and long‑term disability with a buy‑up coverage option.

• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in a high‑deductible (HD) medical plan.

• UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
• Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
• Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre‑paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
• Access to Linked In Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
• Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.

UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an 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, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

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.