Coding & Documentation Auditor for Central Admin in NE Portland
The Oregon Clinic · Portland, OR · Today
$33.89–$45.85/hrFull-time
Job Details Description Make an Impact at The Oregon Clinic! Premium Benefits, Competitive Pay, and Inspiring Purpose Join us at The Oregon Clinic as a full-time Coding & Documentation Auditor (Hybrid/Remote). Work alongside a collaborative team of patient-focused colleagues in our thriving Central Administration office. Every person at TOC makes a difference in our mission of delivering world-class care with kindness and empathy. As a member of our team, you have the opportunity to make a valuable impact within the local community and our ecosystem of care. By providing patients and internal and external stakeholders with a consistent, efficient, and easy experience, you’ll help ensure that patients at The Oregon Clinic receive the highest value care tailored to their needs. Using excellent customer service and communications skills, your primary duties in this role include: Responsible for ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and timely resolution of coding and billing issues, supporting appropriate reimbursement and regulatory compliance.Reviews coding-related denials, billing edits, documentation, and patient account concerns, identifying trends, performing root cause analyses, and recommending appropriate corrective actions.Supports coder and provider education and serves as backup in the department for high-volume periods.Works Epic coding edit work queues, resolving front-end and pre-bill edits, ensuring claims are accurate and released in a timely manner.Conducts project-based targeted reviews in accordance with Medicare and payer policies and relevant regulations to identify deficiencies.Supports development of coding and documentation education for providers and coding staff based on identified trends. Assists in presenting materials to relevant parties as needed.Other duties as assigned. Salary: Hiring range, based on experience and credentials: $33.89 - $45.85 per hour. Workdays: This role is based at the Central Administration Office but primarily allows for remote work. Hybrid/Remote work is available once training is completed and expectations are met. Typical hours are Monday-Friday (Flexible workday hours between 6:00 am-8:00 pm). Qualifications that support success in this role are based on education, experience and values including: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in healthcare coding/auditing (E&M, CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10). Experience with coding/auditing in other multispecialty healthcare settings is a plus!Current Coding Certification from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) and/or Registered Health Information Tech (RHIT) is required. Participates in continuing education units every 2 years for verification and authentication of expertise.Prior Electronic Medical Record (EMR) EPIC experience is strongly preferred. Expert knowledge of CPT procedure and ICD-10 coding for inpatient and outpatient physician settings.Expert knowledge of overall State and Federal Coding Guidelines.Demonstrated ability to initiate, work independently, and effectively multitask.Excellent attendance and work ethic.Positive attitude and desire to be a team player.Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with patients, physicians, and other team members.A commitment to patient-focused care, privacy, and safety. This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve. Make an impact in patient-focused healthcare. Look forward to coming to work and feel good about the work you do - apply today! Premium Benefits Healthcare: Employee is 100% covered Medical, Dental, and Prescription InsuranceFinancial Wellbeing: Generous 401(k) plan and Flexible Spending Account optionsWork-Life Balance: Paid Time Off plus 9 paid holidays annuallyWellness Support: Robust wellness program and employee assistance servicesCommuter Benefits: 70% of Tri-Met transit pass coveredAdditional Perks: Employee discounts and optional benefits like Pet Insurance Patients and peers recognize The Oregon Clinic as a top regional healthcare provider and employer. We are: Guided by our values of dedicating to excellence, compassionate and joyful connection, inclusive collaboration, listening humbly, and leading with integrity.The largest physician-owned, multi-specialty medical and surgical practice in Oregon with a team of 1,500 team members across 30 specialties and our business office.Dedicated to providing the highest value care tailored to the needs of each unique patient.Proud to be consistently ranked by our employees as a Top 10 Workplace by The Oregonian. Our Commitments Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: We are more than an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and embrace differences and a diversity of backgrounds. Our goal is for patients, physicians, and team members to see and feel diversity, equity, safety, and inclusion in all aspects of their interactions with TOC clinics and administration.A safe workplace: We are an alcohol and drug-free workplace for the safety of our patients and employees. Offers are contingent on successful completion of drug and background screening.