Medical Coder

Join our team! Put your coding expertise to work where it makes a difference! Join Salem Clinic’s team and help support quality patient care behind the scenes through accurate, timely medical coding in a collaborative, patient-focused healthcare environment. Full time Opening at: Salem Clinic Inland Shores | 5900 Inland Shores Way N, Keizer OR 97303 About the Role: The Medical Coder plays a critical role in the healthcare industry by accurately translating patient medical records into standardized codes used for billing and insurance purposes. The Medical Coder will accurately assign a CPT code(s), HCPCS code(s), CPT-4 modifier(s) and all applicable ICD-10-CM codes to all assigned patient encounters and procedures in a timely manner and carefully review all tasks in assigned billing queue and return appropriate coding to HPS in a timely manner. To provide feedback on documentation opportunities to Director of EHI and nursing administration as appropriate. To support quality efforts via coding for HCC/RAF, adding CPT-II code(s) and working to close HCC gaps on payer portals. Minimum Qualifications: * Completion of high school or equivalent * Completion of course in health information management (claims analyst/medical biller/medical coding). * Must have working knowledge of CPT, CPT-II, CPT-4, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM codes. * Ability to communicate clearly, professionally and courteously; effective listening, writing, spelling, and reading skills. Communication skills must support face-to-face, telephone and written communication methods. * Ability to follow oral and written instruction. * Must have knowledge of medical terminology. * Must have knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. * Basic computer skills; familiarity with keyboard, 10-key, mouse, word processing and basic Microsoft operating system functionality. * Ability to work quickly and accurately. * Ability to interact with coworkers and providers tactfully, to be a team player. Preferred Qualifications: * Completed educational program for medical coding. * One year experience coding in an ambulatory setting. * Current coding certification; CCA, CCS-P or CPC. * Knowledge of office procedures, pathology and medications. * Knowledge of coding software. Responsibilities: * Assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, CPT-II, CPT-4 and HCPCS codes to patient encounters and procedures. * Receive denials from Health Plan Services, review documentation and supply new appropriate code or thorough explanation as to why the code cannot be changed.  * Recognize documentation requirements and assist director with feedback to providers. * Meet deadlines set by the Clinic (e.g. close of month). Adherence to Mandatory Overtime protocol if activated. * Maintain up-to-date knowledge of coding standards, medical terminology, and industry changes through continuous education. * Maintain patient confidentiality. * Ability to use Epic, EncoderPro.com, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word computer systems. Ability to navigate internet sites to research coding guidelines. * Demonstrate telephone skills and good customer service techniques. * Flexible response to changing needs and duties within department. Our mission at Salem Clinic is to improve the health of those we serve in a spirit of compassion and respect.  M-F, 8:00a-4:30p 40 hours/week