Renton Technical College has an open position for:

Full-time probationary tenure track teaching position. This instructor will be responsible for effectively instructing and training students in the variety of skills needed for entry-level office employment in the medical field. Specific subject areas include: medical terminology, medical records management, medical office insurance ICD-9 and (10) and CPT coding, and medical office procedures.  Req'd: 2 years of recent successful employment as a physician based medical coder, a minimum of two years of post-secondary education. Education in the medical field is preferred. DOE

 

For a complete job description and application packet,  visit www.RTC.edu or call (425) 235-2296 for more information

At Evergreen Hospital Medical Center, we value and encourage the individuality, involvement and expertise of our team members. Our high-tech, high-touch philosophy allows us to serve our patients to the highest level while appreciating each individual employee as a vital element in our highly skilled, compassionate patient care team. Our employees are dedicated to service excellence and family-centered care: with this commitment we partner providers with patients and families to deliver exceptional care to our community.

This position provides leadership to the Health Information Management operational staff and facilitates a work environment that meets individual and organizational needs. The Manager of HIM works in partnership with physicians, nursing leadership and other managers across the organization and within the community Evergreen serves to ensure the timeliness and accuracy of clinical information being available in the appropriate medium. The HIM Operations Manager reports to the Director of Health Information Management. In coordination with the HIM Director, the Manager develops goals to achieve best practice performance and financial goals.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education
•Must be Registered Health Information Technician or Registered Health Information Administrator

Special Training / Skills
•Demonstrated understanding of state and federal privacy laws.
•Demonstrated expertise in CMS requirements and JC standards
•Strong ability to identify problems and find solutions.
•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
•Ability to motivate and create teamwork across HIM operational staff
•Must be an active member of the American Health Information Management Association
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook and windows environment

Work Experience
•Minimum 3 – 5 years experience in all aspects of health information management with demonstrated progressive responsibilities.
•Minimum of 3 years of managerial/leadership experience in Health Information Management.

License or Certification
•RHIA or RHIT required

Health Information Technician Coder

Part-Time, Day Shift

We invite you to bring your career to an environment where talent is rewarded and new ideas are encouraged. At Seattle Children's, the Pacific Northwest¹s premier pediatric care center, we offer more than just state-of-the-art facilities and open career growth potential. You will also find a true commitment to our patients and families that reaches far beyond the bounds of clinical expertise.

 

In this position, you will be responsible for reviewing patient documented reports in order to assign the appropriate ICD-9-CM/CPT codes to diagnoses and procedures for linkage with the physician practice and hospital billing systems, computerized indices, statistics, research, and various production reports and surveys; analyze patient records for deficiency; and perform charge entry and reconciliation.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or completion of a health information management program from recognized community college and Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification by AHIMA as well as a minimum of

1 year prior coding experience.

Previous coding experience in a pediatric practice environment, previous specialty coding experience, and certifications from AAPC that include CPC-H and CPC and CCA preferred.

At Seattle Children's, we believe in accountability, respect and teamwork - not only with patients and their families, but also with each other. If you share these principles, we encourage you to join us. We offer excellent pay and benefits, generous paid time off, transportation discounts, retirement plans, opportunities for career advancement, paid training days, and so much more.

For immediate consideration, please apply online at www.seattlechildrens.org to requisition #10-1307. Equal Opportunity Employer

About Us

The Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA) located in Seattle, Washington is a dynamic collaboration among three organizations known nationally and internationally for their patient care and research: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (FHCRC), University of Washington (UW) and Children’s Hospital and Regional Medical Center (CHRMC).

 

Over the past 25 years, these institutions have worked together to support their missions of adult and pediatric oncology patient care services, research and education.  Join this leading organization and make a difference.

 

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Corporate Integrity Program Manager, this position conducts and manages audits and investigations to monitor the effectiveness of the Integrity Program. The Integrity Compliance Analyst manages compliance audits, program reviews, special projects and complaint-driven investigations with a focus in HIPAA privacy and security, billing, coding, and documentation. Other types of audits may be done to support Integrity Program efforts as appropriate. This position develops and maintains a compliance audit work plan addressing compliance initiatives in his/her area scheduled for a given year.

Major Duties

Investigation, audit and project management: 80%

1.  Develops and maintains an annual compliance audit work plan addressing compliance initiatives for the year.

2.  Conducts or facilitates performance of audits as detailed in the compliance audit work plan.

3.  When designing or reviewing an audit, determines and documents audit methodology.

4.  Uses analytical review, computer auditing and statistical sampling techniques when conducting audits.

5.  Coordinates with various departments to obtain information needed in conducting the audit or investigation.

6.  Works with managers to establish department compliance monitors and reports as needed.

7.  Provides feedback and education on the results of auditing and monitoring activities to affected staff and practitioners.

8.  Recommends corrective action plans in response to investigative findings and/or audit results.

9.  Facilitates and manages special projects in accordance with the compliance work plan as they arise.

Compliance policy, procedure, and plan management: 10%

1.  Develops policies and procedures for effective implementation of the audit plan and reporting of results.

2.  Reviews and advises on revisions to policies and related procedures to ensure compliance elements are met.

3.  Updates the compliance audit plan on a continuous basis as needed to proactively identify and monitor any potential compliance issues.

Communications, training, documentation and other: 10%

1.  Develops and provides audit result feedback to appropriate leadership and key stakeholders or groups in the form of summary reports and/or presentations.

2.  Assists in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports to various committees regarding the compliance audit activities and actions undertaken in the past six months, the proposed plan in the coming months, and any recommendations for changes in the compliance program due to audit results.

3.  Maintains files and documentation in standard formats for easy accessibility to qualified individuals for legal review or other types of requests.

4.  Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Health Sciences discipline, Business Administration, or related fields and 2-4 years experience in healthcare administration or medical billing.  Equivalent education and experience may be substituted for minimum qualifications.  Knowledge of the healthcare regulatory environment and HIPAA requirements.  Familiarity with medical billing processes.  Demonstrated technical competencies and ability to investigate and resolve compliance issues. Strong critical thinking, research and organizational skills.  Attention to detail.  Ability to independently prioritize work.  Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, physicians and staff.  Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with all departments involved in the audit process. Experience analyzing and presenting data.  Ability to exercise strict confidentiality with all aspects of the position.  Proficiency with MSWord, Excel and databases.

To Apply

For more information about the position and to apply, please visit the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center website at www.fhcrc.org and search for Job# AD-23303.

Swedish Physician Division seeks an experienced Coding & Compliance Consultant to join our team in our corporate office in downtown Seattle.  We are looking for an individual with experience in chart auditing, reimbursement, and coding and compliance in a multi-specialty physician group. 

Duties: Supports and provides compliance and coding training to physicians, clinic staff, and corporate auditing and billing staff; Performs medical records audits according to corporate compliance and coding plan, and provides immediate feedback and training to appropriate physician and support personnel; Prepare reports of audit results, including recommendations; Create educational materials for coding training and education; Reviews insurance carrier payment denials, recommends appropriate billing corrections, and provide training to clinic and corporate business personnel; Participate in review of specialists’ claims; assist in developing procedures for claims review; Acts as a resource for Coding & Compliance Specialists.

Requirements: Prefer a Bachelors Degree or equivalent years experience or completion of a certified coding program and 4-5 years related experience. Will consider applicants with relevant experience and applicable education; Fluency in CPT-4, ICD-9 Coding, and medical billing is required. Certified Medical Coder (CMC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Associate (CCA) and Certified Compliance Professional (CCP) or other compliance certification; Minimum 4-5 years ICD-9-CM and CPT coding experience performing clinic and hospital based inpatient and outpatient coding required; Fluency with documentation guidelines and auditing skills; Knowledge of multi-specialty coding guidelines; Demonstrated ability to code accurately and apply coding guidelines and conventions on all cases; Knowledge of healthcare billing and reimbursement including industry standard billing rules, Medicare, Medicaid, L&I, and commercial insurance. Public Speaking and training skills; Conflict Resolution and problem solving techniques.

This is a full time (40 hrs/wk), benefit eligible position with shifts M-F days.  We offer great pay and wonderful benefits. Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance; generous paid time off; bus pass subsidy; 401(k); and a fantastic working environment.

To apply, email resume to spdjobs@swedish.org, or fax to (206) 320-4072. Please include job title in all correspondence.

Full time position available at Cascade Valley Hospital and Clinics. Please visit our website to view details about this position and to apply at: www.cascadevalley.org.

Process/Role Mission

As an organizational expert on reimbursement coding practices, the Coding Auditor is responsible for provider and clinic staff orientation and education of coding practices, coordination of the design, implementation and updates of all coding documents, forms and other tools, and coordination of the development and implementation of policies and procedures and processes to support coding practices to maximize accurate reporting of rendered health services.  The position is a liaison, consulting role, whose customers are the primary care and subspecialty providers, and support staff across multiple clinic sites.  Additionally, the Coding Auditor will have matrix responsibility for Business Office staff who code physician services.

 

Position Prerequisites

Minimum one year of professional coding.  College degree preferred, or equivalent experience.  Hold Certified Professional Coder credential required.

Franciscan Health System (FHS), ranked #6 in the Nation on the prestigious Verispan “Top 100” annual list of the most highly integrated, most efficient, and best-performing health care networks in the nation, has the following Care Management position:

 

Utilization Management Specialist – 2 Per Diem/1 FTE

St Joseph Medical Center, Tacoma, WA

 

The position is responsible for concurrent review of both inpatient and outpatient services in accordance with the Utilization Management plan, which meets the requirements of JCAHO, CMS, contracted payers, and internal policies.  The duties of this position may be conducted at any of one of our sites in the Tacoma area. A graduate of an accredited medical record technology or administration program, or school of nursing is required; a minimum of two years utilization or quality review experience is preferred. 

 

For more information about this position and to apply, please visit us at www.FHSJobs.org.  We are a tobacco-free and drug-free environment.  EOE.

Skagit Valley Hospital & Regional Clinics is centrally located in Mt. Vernon, WA one hour north of Seattle and 1-1/2 hours south of Vancouver B.C. Immediate access to the beautiful north Puget Sound waterways and the San Juan Islands to the west, as well as the Cascade Mountains to the east. Live in an established and growing community that flourishes in beauty and quality of life. 

We provide a full continuum of care to our community, ranging from outpatient diagnostics and rehabilitation services to surgery and acute care. We have Clinics in Mount Vernon, Stanwood, Sedro-Woolley, Arlington, Anacortes, Oak Harbor along and Camano. 

The Clinical Data Analyst is responsible and accountable for the accurate ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding and abstracting of all patient records,  including ER/EM procedures and medical center coding, as established in the guidelines and procedures of the Health Information Management Department.

Must have three (3) years of hospital medical records coding and/or 3 year's physician office coding or a graduate of an accredited HIM college/university.

Must be well organized, conscientious, independent worker with initiative.  Strong communication and human relations skills.  Proficient with computers and other office equipment. Knowledge of coding rules and guidelines for ICD-9-CM and CPT-4. Familiar with chart abstracting systems, what information is used, and how. Knowledge of computers and medical record applications. Understands  anatomy and physiology; disease process; and medical terminology. Ability to access and use coding resources.

Apply online at www.skagitvalleyhospital.org and click on careers.  We are an EOE.

Medical/Dental/Vision paid for Employee, Generous PTO and Pension Plan

At Evergreen Hospital Medical Center, we value and encourage the individuality, involvement and expertise of our team members. Our high-tech, high-touch philosophy allows us to serve our patients to the highest level while appreciating each individual employee as a vital element in our highly skilled, compassionate patient care team. Our employees are dedicated to service excellence and family-centered care: with this commitment we partner providers with patients and families to deliver exceptional care to our community.

The HIM Professional Coding Specialist for the physician area of the hospital will perform ICD-9-CM and CPT diagnostic and procedural coding. This will be done by utilizing a computerized coding methodology (coding software) using currently accepted coding and abstracting guidelines for professional fee billing, facility billing and data collection. This person will enter charging information into the Cerner Ideal program, perform assigned tracking and analysis of payment, denial trends, appeals and reporting functions associated with reimbursement. This person will coordinate with Patient Financial Services to ensure that billing information is accurate and timely.  This person will coordinate, help develop and conduct related educational instruction and feedback training programs for the physicians and clinical staff. 
 
Educational Background
 
·Must be credentialed through accredited coding program (AHIMA, AAPC) Credentials required are RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P.
  
Special Training / Skills
 
· Proficient knowledge of medical terminology, coding and sequencing guidelines
· Comprehensive understanding of anatomy, physiology and disease processes
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
· Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
· Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office (word, excel).
·  Computer experience in Windows environment and encoder/grouper software.
  
Work Experience
 
· Three years experience in professional fee coding required.
· Previous experience working with an electronic record and billing applications required.
  
License or Certification
 
· Accredited or certified coding specialist credentials through AHIMA or AAPC (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P).  Maintenance of continuing education requirements of association. 

Salary Range Salary: 23.49 - 34.04 plus benefits

Please apply online at www.evergreenhospital.org

 Health Care Coding Specialist 

 Moss Adams provides accounting, tax, and consulting services to public and private middle-market enterprises in many different industries. Founded in 1913 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Moss Adams has 21 locations in Washington, Oregon, California, Arizona, and New Mexico. We are currently seeking a Health Care Consulting Coding Specialist for our Health Care Consulting Group. This position can be located in either our Tacoma, WA or Phoenix, AZ offices. Our Health Care Consulting Group offers a variety of financial and operational services to assist hospitals, physician groups, third party payers and health plans.

Responsibilities:

• Provide client support for creation, maintenance, and ongoing operation of an efficient and accurate system of reimbursement, coding   compliance, and quality
• Review of coding and billing protocols and procedures to assure compliance with all regulatory and governmental requirements
• Knowledge of rules and regulations related to hospital service coding and billing including
• Medicare, Medicaid/Medi-Cal, and commercial payers
• Ability to research and find answers to billing and coding issues
• Ability to complete abstracts or audits of medical documentation
• Verify the accuracy of the organization's internal records and check for mismanagement, waste, or fraud

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in healthcare field preferred
• Certification in coding, CCS, CCS-P or CPC required
• Thorough knowledge of ICD-9-CM and CPT/HCPCS coding classification systems
• Minimum 3 years' experience in hospital or outpatient coding with additional experience in billing or reimbursement principles in the clinic setting
• Minimum of 3 years' fee abstraction and/or billing experience
• Knowledge of computerized coding systems/encoders required
• Healthcare audit and revenue cycle management skills are necessary
• Strong presentation skills required for training and implementation of educational programs for client staff and physicians
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Previous experience working with Electronic Medical Records desired
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills required for educational programs and client interaction
• Strong analytical and writing skills required for proposal and report development

 

Moss Adams is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply online at: www.mossadams.com

 

We invite you to bring your career to an environment where talent is rewarded and new ideas are encouraged. At Seattle Children's, the Pacific Northwest’s premier pediatric care center, we offer more than just state-of-the-art facilities and open career growth potential. You will also find a true commitment to our patients and families that reach far beyond the bounds of clinical expertise.

 

Health Information Technician/Coder – Emergency Room

Per Diem

 

You will be responsible for reviewing discharge abstracts and patient charges in order to assign the appropriate ICD-9-CM/CPT codes to diagnoses and procedures for linkage with the hospital billing systems, computerized indices, ER statistics, research and various production reports and surveys; analyze discharged patient records for deficiency; and perform charge entry and reconciliation.

 

Requires H.S. diploma or equivalent; RHIT or CCS certification by AHIMA; and at least 1 year prior coding experience. Associate’s degree or 2 years’ college coursework in Medical/Health Records or related field and coding experience in a pediatric practice environment is preferred.

 

We offer competitive pay, generous paid time off, transportation discounts, and employee reward and recognition programs. For more information and to apply online, visit us at www.seattlechildrens.org. Our position requisition number is 10-895. Seattle Children’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FULL TIME POSITION WITH A FULL BENEFIT PACKAGE

Responsible for the assignment of all ICD-9-CM Diagnostic and Procedural Codes for all inpatient & outpatient services.  Abstract information into the hospital's Information System.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES:

1.    Assign appropriate ICD-9-CM/CPT-4 diagnostic and procedural codes to all discharged/recurring patients.

2.    Abstract all discharged / recurring records into the Meditech System.

3.    Identify educational needs of facility and health data analysts and pursues education as appropriate.

4.    Monitor unbilled listings daily and pursue finalizing the coding/abstracting for these accounts.

5.    Review the medical record and compare the documentation in the record to the itemize patient bill for inaccuracies in billing:
a.  Dose of Medication - (Oral and IV medications)

b.   Room Charges

c.   Surgery Charges – (Operating Room and Anesthesia)

d.   Respiratory Therapy

e.   Rehabilitative Therapies (Speech, Physical, Occupational, Speech)

f.    Diagnostic Imaging

g.   Laboratory Services

h.  Cardio-Pulmonary Services

i.    Emergency Room Charges

6.   Customer Service – Answers questions, develop reports for requesting administration/departments.

7.   Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Two (2) years of ICD-9-CM Diagnostic and Procedural Coding
American Health Information Management Credential, Certified Coding Associate required within 90 days of hire.
American Health Information Management Credenital, Certified Coding Specialist or RHI required within one (1) year of employment.
WA State Drivers License with Liability Insurance (minimum)
Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
Ability to work with a culturally diverse population

Contact Information:

Website: www.lourdeshealth.net

Kelly Meredith

Professional Recruiter

(509) 546-2283 Office

(800) 383-7515 Toll Free