Documentation & Coding Consultant

Documentation & Coding Consultant

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services.

Our mission is to make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all.

The posted compensation range of $32.56 - $48.23/hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

The position is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing ongoing organizational monitoring activities and educational programs to ensure proper reimbursement and compliance with all regulatory statutes. This position works in a consulting capacity and is responsible for identifying compliance issues, analyzing practice patterns, verifying charges, ensuring optimal reimbursement for the organization, and interpreting regulatory changes. In addition, this position implements the necessary changes and modifies Virginia Mason's policies, conveys these changes to the clinical departments, and educates staff.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree or equivalent plus credentialed as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist - Physician based (CCS-P). This position also requires 1 year of CPT and diagnosis coding experience in a healthcare provider or a third party payer. Demonstrated interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; ability to interact tactfully yet assertively with physicians and other professional staff; strong presentation skills and comfort in settings ranging from one-on-one communications to large groups; and good written and verbal communication skills are required. Five years of CPT and diagnosis coding experience in a healthcare provider or a third party payer and 3 years experience as an instructor/trainer preferred. Clinical knowledge and exposure to risk adjustment coding preferred.

We deliver inspired people to do meaningful work.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

We offer a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings.