Auditor, Coding II Certified

Location

Clackamas, OR | United States

Job description

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

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

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.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Auditor, Coding II Certified

LOCATION: Clackamas, Oregon

REQNUMBER: 1150238

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.

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