Coding Quality Coordinator, Hospital Outpatient

Description

Coding Quality Coordinator, Hospital Outpatient

This is a full-time, remote/work from home, exempt/salary position on the UCHealth Hospital Outpatient Coding team. Potential opportunity for eligible out-of-state applicants. 

A RESUME IS REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

Job Duties

· Responsible for handing and facilitating coding data integrity by reviewing diagnosis and procedure code assignments, and validating APC designations.

· Conducts internal quality reviews on a regular basis, in accordance with official guidelines, rules/regulations, and internal department policies and procedures. Reviews government, commercial and other external audits - both automated and complex. Performs internal audits as requested by other departments. Monitors and reports issues/trends.

· Provides in-depth training and cross-training to new and existing coders, providers, and others as necessary. Assists with developing and guiding SMEs (subject matter expert) responsibilities. Shares and presents pertinent coding education to staff, leadership and others throughout the Health System.

· Responds to coding questions submitted by staff, leaders and others throughout the Health System. Seeks advice from official professional references to clarify and guide proper coding practices. Reviews physician queries for appropriateness, and related correspondence.

· Reviews coded claims data in response to denials and customer service requests. Provides thorough rationale and explanation for proper code assignments.

Requirements

• • High School Diploma or GED
  • Coding-related certification from AHIMA or AAPC
  • 3 years of relevant experience

  
  The pay range for this position is: $29.54 - $44.31 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

  UCHealth offers a Five Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee’s contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure with UCHealth. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October following completion of five years’ employment.

  UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package:

  • Full medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Retirement plans to include pension plan and 403(b) matching
  • Paid time off. Start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bank
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options
  • Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
  • Wellness benefits
  • 5 year incentive bonus
  • Full suite of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insurance
  • Education benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may also qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar year

  Loan Repayment: UCHealth is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! UCHealth provides employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness through Savi.
  

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