Kootenai Professional Services Coder II

** MUST HAVE CARDIOLOGY EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE*
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This position is US-Remote Eligible. Currently, Kootenai Health employees cannot be located in:
California, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Rhoda Island, Vermont, Washington D.C., West Virginia, or Wyoming. This list is continuously evolving and may be updated.

Position Summary:

Step into a role where precision meets possibility! Kootenai Professional Services is looking for a detail‑driven, code‑loving Professional Coder II to join our team!

If you thrive on accuracy, enjoy cracking coding puzzles, and want to make a real impact in healthcare documentation, this remote opportunity is calling your name.

Ideally, we are looking for a coder II with pro-fee Cardiology experience - Strongly Preferred!

In this role you will be responsible for timely and accurate assignment of ICD-10 and CPT, HCPC codes to reflect services documented in the medical record in accordance to regulatory guidelines. Demonstrate coding competencies with quality of coding and daily output of volume consistent with department productivity standards.

What you will do!

• Reviewthe medical record for the assignment of ICD-10, CPT, HCPC codes and modifiers in compliance with hospital guidelines, the current version of ICD Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, and UHDDS.
• Assigns and sequences diagnostic and procedure accurately
• Accurately assignment of modifiers
• Seek clarification from the providers or designated resource to ensure accurate and complete documentation for coding as appropriate.
• Provides education to all assigned providers
• Works in collaboration with the Business Office billing team for specific payer denial reasons
• Assistin appeal letters as necessary.
• Maintaina working knowledge of reimbursement as it relates to coding: the government prospective payment systems.
• Responsible to identify compliance concerns and education opportunities to the Coding Manager
• Communicate regulatory documentation requirements and education to providers and staff as necessary
• Work collaboratively with Clinic Managers and Coding Manager to define process improvements.
• May be required to work in the clinic; as assigned to work directly with provider(s)
• Perform all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements as well as applicable professional standards
• Achieve and maintains a high level of accuracy and productivity in coded claims
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Enhance and maintains coding knowledge and skills
• Attends meetings and travels to other sites as necessary

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
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• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Coding certification required; AAPC or AHIMA
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, and pharmacology preferred
• Minimum 1 to 3 years professional services and billing experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of ICD-10/CPT/HCPC coding principles, coding software and the AHIMA coding competencies
• Ability to work effectively in multiple EMR’s including but not limited to Epic, and to code for multiple specialties within priority assignment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to maintains positive working relationships with all levels of clinic staff, including while conducting provider education
• Knowledge of payer specific billing regulations required
• Knowledge of 3M Software preferred
• MUST HAVE CARDIOLOGY EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE

Working Conditions:

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

About Kootenai Health:

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