Sr Specialist, Coding (DaVita IKC)

Posting Date

10/30/2026
1150 Lake Hearn Dr NeSte 100, Atlanta, Georgia, 30342-1566, United States of America


At DaVita, we find that our best leaders are those who create an inspiring vision for the future and empowers their team to achieve success. They have always enjoyed tackling difficult problems and believe that the best way to solve them is through collaborative, team efforts. They take ownership of results and instill accountability in those they lead. They are driven, strong communicators, relationship builders, and find real fulfillment in challenging work.

Sound like you? Then you might be a great fit for our Sr. Coding Specialist with DaVita Integrated Kidney Care IKC .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• 20% - Acts as subject matter expert, lending guidance and offering solutions for government projects and initiatives related to Medicare risk adjustment coding. Acts as a go-to resource for Teammates with less experience.
• 20% - Review Provider notes to abstract, assign, and enter valid ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes into EHR Platform (EPIC) 
• 20% - Perform medical chart reviews to identify and correct any missed or erroneous HCC codes according to HCC coding requirements  
• 15% - Work with Providers to gain clarification or provide feedback to resolve coding issues and associated problems. 
• 10% - Enter charges into the practice management system (MEDfx) 
• 10% - File electronic claims within 48-72 hours of entry 
• 5% Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree - strongly preferred
• 4 years’ of medical coding experience in a health plan 
• Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCC coding and reimbursement guidelines  
• Knowledge and understanding of Medicare Advantage contracts and/or financial analysis 
• Knowledge of medical terminology and Electronic Health Record (“EHR”) Systems 
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Word 
• Strong Analytical and problem solving skills 
• Strong Organizational skills and attention to detail 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information 
• Ability to work quickly, accurately and independently. 
• Certified Professional Coder (“CPC”) - strongly preferred  

Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:
• A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter.
• Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
• Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
• Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future.
• Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation.

Join us as we pursue our vision "To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen."

Why wait? Explore a career with DaVita today.

Go to http://careers.davita.com to learn more or apply.

What We’ll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more

• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.

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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second.  We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong."  Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.




This position will be open for a minimum of three days.


The Wage Range for the role is $24.00 - $36.50 per hour.

 

If a candidate is hired, they will be paid at least the minimum wage according to their geographical jurisdiction and the exemption status for the position.

New York Exempt: New York City and Long Island: $66,300.00/year, Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester counties: $66,300.00/year, Remainder of New York state: $62,353.20/year New York Non-exempt: New York City and Long Island: $17.00/hour, Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester counties: $17.00/hour, Remainder of New York state: $16.00/hour
Washington Exempt: $80,168.40/year Washington Non-exempt: Bellingham: $19.13/hour, Burien: $21.78/hour, Everette: $20.77/hour, Unincorporated King County: $20.82/hour, Renton: $21.57/hour, Seattle: $21.30/hour, Tukwila: $21.65/hour, Remainder of Washington state: $17.13/hour


Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits  






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