Certified Medical Coder

Job Title: Certified Medical Coder

Location: On Site - Spokane Valley, Washington, United States

Salary: $45,000-$60,000

Skills: Medical Coding, 3M Encoder, Pathology Coding, ICD/CPT/HCPCS, Compliance

About the Hospitals and Health Care Company / The Opportunity:

Join a respected provider in the Hospitals and Health Care industry, where excellence in patient care is the driving force. This is a unique opportunity for a Certified Medical Coder to make a tangible impact within a high-performing team, ensuring accuracy in medical records and billing for optimal patient and organizational outcomes. You will enjoy a collaborative environment, support from clinical staff, and the chance to further your expertise in medical coding and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with clinical staff to obtain and validate accurate charge information for all patients.
• Apply CPT, ICD, and HCPCS codes according to current standards, including CPT Manual, NCCI Edits, CMS guidelines, and pathologist instructions for complex cases.
• Interpret and abstract clinical documentation and diagnostic descriptions to ensure correct code assignment and sequencing.
• Research, analyze, and resolve coding and billing issues; interpret and apply relevant policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Utilize coding software and online resources to support code assignments and maintain compliance.
• Review and verify supporting documentation for all coded diagnoses and procedures to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain high levels of coding accuracy under compliance guidelines and participate in continuous quality improvement.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned by the Coding Supervisor.

Must-Have Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPC (Certified Professional Coder) certification required.
• 2+ years of coding experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Proficiency in medical terminology, human anatomy, and compliance standards for ICD, CPT, and HCPCS.
• Experience with coding software such as 3M Encoder, Meditech, EPIC, Groupcast (GPMS), Xifin, or PowerPath.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for collaboration with staff and clinicians.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with pathology coding.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Familiarity with compliance and regulatory requirements in hospital and healthcare settings.
• Experience using multiple websites and digital tools for research and code validation.