Assigns codes to medical diagnoses and procedures for outpatient and ambulatory clinic records.
- Location: UCHealth UCHlth Admin Lowry, Denver, CO
- Department: UCHlth Outpatient Coding 2
- Work schedule: Full-time, 80 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
- Shift: Days
- This position is 100% remote; eligible out-of-state candidates may be considered.
Responsibilities include reviewing medical records, assigning diagnostic and procedural codes, assigning charges for applicable clinics/departments, and communicating with managers/supervisors regarding coding, compliance, and documentation issues. The role also requires seeking clarification from providers when needed and maintaining coding knowledge through continuing education.
Requirements & Qualifications
Credentials
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
- Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
- Certified Hospital Outpatient Coder
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
- Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC-A)
- CERT CODING SPEC-PHYSICIAN
- Certified Medical Coder
- Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
- Certified Outpatient Coder
- Certified Ambulance Coder
- High school diploma or GED
- One of the following within 1 year of hire: RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CCA, CPC, or CPC-H
- Coding-related certification from AHIMA or AAPC as determined at position level
- Preferred: job-related experience
Additional expectations
- Critical thinking skills
- Decisive judgment
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action
Benefits & Perks
Compensation and recognition
- Performance bonus program
- Annual merit pay increase
- Market reviews to keep base pay competitive
Health and well-being
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 24/7 mental health and well-being support
- Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources
- Free Care.com membership
- Voluntary benefits including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto/home insurance, and employee discount programs
- Paid time off, paid family and medical leave, and leaves of absence
- Employer-provided basic life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage with buy-up options
Retirement and savings
- 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution
- Possible 457(b) plan
- Flexible spending accounts
- Health savings account option with eligible medical plan
Education and career growth
- Access to academic degree and certificate programs
- Tuition, books, and fees support for select programs
- LinkedIn Learning access
- Internal professional development opportunities
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness support
Location
Denver, Colorado, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 week ago