Coder II - MUST Reside in Colorado

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Coder II - MUST Reside in Colorado to join our team!

We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

HB & PB Coding Services

Job Summary

The Coder II is a key member of the Coding/Compliance team and has shared accountability for the success of the department. The Coder II, under general supervision, reviews medical record documentation to abstract and assign diagnoses, procedures, and modifiers for statistical classification and reimbursement purposes. Performs various coding assignments under the direction of Coding Management. Provides feedback regarding documentation and coding issues. Utilizes software applications and coding references, including electronic, to perform coding related tasks. Assists with training.

Essential Functions:

• Meets or exceeds the minimum coding productivity standard for the type of coding performed. (20%)
• Meets or exceeds the minimum coding accuracy rate of 95%. (20%)
• Meets or exceeds the Key Performance Standards of timeliness. (15%)
• Ensures confidentiality of patient information. (15%)
• Assist with the training of coders. (5%)
• Completes required coding training or other assigned coding instruction. (5%)
• Maintains coding credential(s) (5%)
• Participates in departmental coding and educational meetings, instruction and roundtables. (5%)
• Review coding guidelines. (5%)
• Develops and maintains Desk Procedures for assigned areas. (5%)

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years medical coding by abstracting and assigning diagnosis, procedures and modifiers in a multi-specialty facility. Required
• Specialty certification required. Required

Licenses:

• CPC - Certified Professional Coder - AAPC - American Academy of Procedural Coders Required or
• CCS - Certified Coding Specialist - AHIMA - American Health Information Management Association

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Applies knowledge of coding, coding guidelines.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify correct coding.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Judgment and Decision Making - Must be capable of interpreting and applying coding guidelines.
• Service Orientation - Ability to handle fast paced environment.
• Communication - Good oral and written skills
• Research - Ability to leverage resources to acquire needed information.
• Organizational - Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and meet deadlines.
• Pass a coding proficiency pre-hire test with 75% or higher accuracy score.

Shift

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$26.30 - $38.13 / hr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.