Role Description HIM Outpatient Coder 1 is responsible for coding and abstracting outpatient medical records, including Emergency Room visits, Clinic visits, and Recurrent visits. The Coder 1 is responsible for reviewing the clinical documentation contained in the patient health record to accurately assign and sequence ICD-9 and CPT codes for use in reimbursement and data collection. Able to transition to ICD-10-CM. - Codes outpatient diagnostics/outpatient clinics/recurring visits/emergency room visits using ICD-9 or CPT codes as appropriate. - Maintains a yearly average accuracy rate of 94% during internal and/or external Coding audits. - Verifies patient information to identify any discrepancies and ensures that all codes and any other abstracted information is applied to the appropriate patient's encounter. - While reviewing the record for coding purposes, serves as a quality reviewer, and identifies any documents not belonging to the patient, or the correct patient's encounter. - Ensures the accuracy when using the appropriate modifiers while coding out patients encounters. - Assesses documentation and if necessary queries the physician for additional information when indicated to clarify a diagnosis, symptom or any reason for services provided. - Makes sure all codes are utilized to reflect the care rendered to the patient which in return will ensure patient safety, accuracy of data retrieval and provides the organization with accurate reimbursement for the care provided to the patient. - Evaluates to determine that data documented substantiates the diagnosis and treatment and is internally consistent as required by accreditation standards. - Recognizes and reports unusual circumstances and/or information with possible risk factors to the Coding Assistant Administrator, Coding Associate Administrator or the Coding Director. - Meets continuing education requirements established by American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and/or American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC) to maintain appropriate certification and competency in job skills and knowledge. - Meets productivity standards according to AHIMA Guidelines depending on outpatient record type (Clinics, ER, Recurrent, Diagnostics). - Is actively involved in all ICD-10 education sessions provided by Jackson Health Systems. - Shows competency according to education received. - Participates in educational requirements by JHS, including but not limited to Safety, Infection Control, AIDS Awareness, etc. - Follows hospital wide and department specific standards for safety and infection control. - Adheres to the Standards of Excellence at all times, and respects the rights, privacy and property of others at all times including the confidentiality of information, according to Administrative Policies HIPAA Guidelines and all applicable laws and regulations. - Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise). - Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications - Generally requires 0 to 3 years of related experience. - High School diploma is required. Requirements - Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. - Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. - Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure. - Ability to understand and follow instructions. - Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment. - Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications. Credentials - Employee hired AFTER June, 2015 must be credentialed with an HIM/Coding Credentials and/or Certification by AHIMA or AAPC.

• Review clinical documentation to assign and sequence diagnostic and procedural codes • Validate APC calculations for accurate coding • Maintain strict patient and provider confidentiality

Role Description The Supervisor of Coding is responsible for overseeing the daily operational activities performed by coders (employed or vendor) to ensure accordance with MHS policies and standards and federal, state and local regulations. The Supervisor works closely with the vendor coding team to ensure complete, accurate, and timely coding & billing, management of work queues to include denials and claim edits; oversees coding staff/coding vendor to complete accurate and timely coding/billing of charges, management of denials, and claim edits; ensures maintenance and completion of compliance audits for the coding staff/coding vendor and provides coverage for the Directors of Coding, as needed. Qualifications - Associate’s degree or two (2) years of experience in lieu of degree may be considered - RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC, or CCS-P credential required - Current Washington state driver’s license - Minimum three (3) years of coding experience in a team environment within a highly computerized hospital setting - Previous experience and demonstrated skill in a leadership or supervisory role Benefits - Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life. - Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you. - Comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. - Pay scale is $77,480.00 - $111,467.20 USD, influenced by factors specific to applicants. - Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued. Company Description - Rooted in the local community, partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years. - Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life. - Living our values of respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

• Oversee onshore/offshore Coder Coding Validation team(s) in reviewing claims and producing well written appeals • Provide support needed to review quality claims and appeal, utilizing nationally recognized coding standards, proprietary coding validation guidelines and client specific guidelines • Responsible for optimization of team and individual coder performance, including production, accuracy and quality • Work with Quality Assurance to ensure analysts or coders are meeting quality execution of CV audit deliverables • Handles employee reviews, new hire on-boarding, PTO, coaching and mentoring • Ensure operational controls and day-to-day processes are in place • Hire, develop, coach, lead and retain top-tier talent