Senior Coder

About Us

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

The posted compensation range

The posted compensation range of $30.91 - $51.00 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Job ID

2026-470894

Employment Type

Full Time

Department

HIM Coding

Hours/Pay Period

80

Weekly Schedule

Monday-Friday (8 hours day)

Shift

Day

Remote

Yes

Category

Medical Coding

Travel

No

Responsibilities

• Ensures precise communication with insurance companies to document services accurately and process payments efficiently.
• Accurately translates patients' medical records into standardized codes for diagnoses and treatments.
• Ensures compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational standards.
• Combines accuracy and attention to detail with a strong knowledge of coding standards and healthcare regulations.
• Communicates effectively with providers and staff, managing records efficiently to ensure claims are processed correctly and on time.
• Complies with all laws, rules, and regulations relating to the position.
• Reports any suspected violations of the law to supervisors, compliance officers, or CEOs.
• Fulfills coding guidelines set by AHIMA, NCCI, CMS, and Standards of Coding Ethics.
• Selects appropriate assignments for coding from assigned work queues.
• Assigns codes by encounter, using skills, knowledge of ICD and CPT rules, guidelines, and resources to select appropriate diagnosis and procedural codes.
• Assists physicians unfamiliar with ICD, CPT, or DRG methodology.
• Strives for optimal payment and does not engage in unethical and illegal practices to maximize payments.
• Reviews unbilled records to ensure all are coded within department timeframes.
• Maintains patient, medical record, department, and employee confidentiality.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude and fosters teamwork by offering assistance to others as needed.
• Uses tools to monitor coding backlog and coding errors needing correction.
• Works with other departments to correct inaccurate clinical or demographic information.
• Reviews APC grouper edits and assists in clearing related coding and compliance issues.
• Assists with the orientation and training of new employees.
• Provides input to the supervisor regarding coding policies and procedures.
• Fulfills yearly continuing education requirements of the department and the hospital, including safety and mandatory in-services.
• Maintains credentials and attends department or section meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Graduate
• Completion of a CAHIIM Approved AHIMA/AAPC Accredited Coding Education
• 3 years Coding Experience (Hospital Facility, Professional Fee, Physician Clinic) using ICD and CPT coding and/or knowledge of APC’s, DRG’s, modifiers, and other payment methodologies
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) or Cerner experience
• Certified Professional Coder

Qualifications

• High School Graduate
• Completion of a CAHIIM Approved AHIMA/AAPC Accredited Coding Education
• 3 years Coding Experience (Hospital Facility, Professional Fee, Physician Clinic) using ICD and CPT coding and/or knowledge of APC’s, DRG’s, modifiers, and other payment methodologies
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) or Cerner experience
• Certified Professional Coder

Skills

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail
• Knowledge of Coding Standards and Healthcare Regulations
• Clear Communication
• Efficient Record Management
• Compliance with Legal and Regulatory Requirements
• Use of Coding Guidelines and Resources
• Ability to Assist Unfamiliar Providers
• Optimal Payment Striving
• Confidentiality Maintenance
• Teamwork and Assistance Offering
• Tool Usage for Backlog and Error Monitoring
• Correction of Inaccurate Information
• Review and Clear APC Grouper Edits
• Orientation and Training Assistance
• Input on Coding Policies and Procedures
• Continuing Education Fulfillment
• Department Meetings Participation
• Other Duties Performance

Benefits

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Paid Time Off (14 days annually)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Retirement Plan Benefits (401(k), 403(b))
• Additional Benefits (as may be amended)

Pay

$30.91 - $51.00 /hour

Schedule

Monday-Friday (8 hours day)