Hospital Coding Specialist

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Hospital Coding Specialist, you will help the clinical team and billing department ensure the accuracy and integrity of medical records so they can maximize optimal reimbursement while remaining fully compliant with regulatory standards.

Every day you will review complex inpatient and outpatient medical documentation to assign precise diagnosis and procedure codes. You will be expected to maintain high levels of productivity and accuracy, compose professional provider queries, and troubleshoot documentation trends to resolve billing inquiries.

To be successful in this role, you must possess strong technical proficiency in CPT and ICD coding, a deep understanding of regulatory compliance guidelines, and the ability to analyze medical documentation to identify and resolve complex coding discrepancies.

As a remote employee, we will provide you with the equipment needed to work from home, including a laptop, docking station, dual monitors, and accessories.

Job Requirements

Required

• 1 year inpatient coding experience and Coding Certification (Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), RHIT, RHIA or Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) OR
• Bachelor’s degree in HIM and Coding Certification (CCS, RHIA, or CIC) OR
• Associate's degree in HIM and Coding Certification (CCS, RHIA, or CIC)

Preferred

• Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.

• Experience reviewing provider documentation and assigning appropriate ICD10-CM, PCS and CPT codes.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• In-depth knowledge of regulatory and payer guidelines to ensure compliant coding.

• Ability to meet accuracy and productivity metrics consistently.

• Ability to work independently, with a HIPAA compliant workstation, and high-speed Internet.

• Consistently maintains professional credentials and knowledge of current ICD10-CM, ICD10-PCS and CPT coding guidelines and government regulations.

• Ability to query physicians to clarify conflicting or incomplete documentation in the medical record.

Where You’ll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.