Description

Job Summary:

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

• Certified Professional Coder OR Registered Health Information Technician OR Certified Coding Associate OR Certified Professional Medical Auditor OR Certified Coding Specialist OR Certified Coding Specialist - Physician Based OR Registered Health Information Administrator

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,Portland,Kaiser Permanente Building
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 Worker Location: Remote
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: W06|SEIU|Local 49
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Department: Kaiser Permanente Building - Med Reds-Professional Coding - 1008
Pay Range: $32.2 - $39.83 / hour Travel: No Remote: Work location is the remote workplace (from home) within KP authorized states. Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.
Requisition #: 1387967

bx2d9wfr1