Outpatient Facility Medical Coder

The Outpatient Facility Medical Coder is responsible for independently and efficiently assigning accurate diagnosis and procedure codes to patients' health information records. This role ensures adherence to departmental standards for performance, productivity, and quality. It requires proficiency in medical record review and translating clinical information into coded data to ensure correct codes for diagnoses, procedures, and other services provided. Additional duties may be assigned as required.

Pay rate: 24.71

Location:

• Portland, OR (Must live in Washington State or Oregon)

Experience:

• At least 2 years of Facility Coding experience (Required)

Training:

• One (1) week on-site training or until department expectations are met.

Requirements

• Experience:
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a directly related coding field or 18 months within the Apprentice program.
• Requires 5 years of facility coding experience.
  
• Education:
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
  
• License, Certification, Registration:
• The candidate must have one of the following certifications:
• Registered Health Information Technician Certificate
• Registered Health Information Administrator Certificate
• Certified Coding Specialist
  
• Additional Requirements:
• Previous experience with EMR patient documentation systems and intermediate computer skills.
• Advanced knowledge of disease processes, diagnostic and surgical procedures, ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, HCPCS/CPT classification systems, and health information/medical record department responsibilities.
• Knowledge of government regulations and areas of scrutiny for potential fraud and abuse issues.
• Advanced knowledge of medical terminology, pharmacology, and medical coding principles for ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, HCPCS/CPT coding.
• Proficiency in English, with strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage significant workloads and work efficiently under pressure, meeting established deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Adherence to the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
• Successful completion of a coding skills test with a score of 75% or better.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a health information/medical record environment, with facility coding experience that includes Medicare reimbursement guidelines.
• Proficient knowledge and skill in the use of computers and related systems and software, including EMR(s), Microsoft Office Suite, and other programs.
• Ability to evaluate, analyze, and develop information regarding mathematical statistics and percentages, identifying trends and outcomes related to productivity and/or medical record audits.
• Extensive knowledge of ICD-10 coding guidelines, with understanding of CMS HCC Risk Adjustment coding and data validation requirements.
• Degree in Health Information Management.