Certified Professional Coder

At Logan Health , we're more than just a healthcare provider – we’re a community. Nestled in the heart of Montana, we are committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment for our team. As a member of Logan Health , you'll be part of a dynamic team that values compassion, innovation, and excellence. We offer opportunities for growth, comprehensive benefits, and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. Come join us and experience the Logan Health difference, where your passion meets purpose in a place, you’ll be proud to call home.
Our Mission : Quality, compassionate care for all.

Our Vision : Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

Our Core Values : Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.
Join Our Professional Coding Team!

Logan Health , a growing health system located in Northwest Montana, is looking for an experienced Certified Professional Coder to be part of their team!

Location: Remote (see approved states list)
Schedule: Day Shift – 8 Hours | Full Time – 40 Hours
Pay details:

Pay for this position ranges from $26.25per hour to $35.50 per hour depending on prior related work experience.
Who you are:

Our ideal candidate will have at least one year of professional coding work experience, and you must hold a nationally recognized coding certificate.
What you'll be doing:

This position accurately assigns appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes to outpatient records. It involves abstracting essential data elements for tracking, reporting, and reimbursement purposes. Additionally, you'll be responsible for keying, billing and collections for assigned client databases.
Job Specific Duties:

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Assigns and sequences ICD 10 CM and CPT 4 codes for specialty patient types, billing and reimbursement. These include, but may not be limited to; inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory, and emergency room records.

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Reviews and analyzes medical records for document deficiencies. Accurately reflects the diagnosis and procedures per department procedure within medical records.

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Reviews charges, ensures accuracy, and checks for medical necessity for ordered tests and/or procedures. Proactively communicates with providers, staff, leadership and hospital departments to ensure adequate documentation to support services. Performs timely follow-up on accounts on hold.

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Accurately abstracts clinical data after documentation assessment and review. Ensures accurate abstracting of clinical data meets regulatory and compliance requirements.

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Accurately follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with Federal and State regulatory bodies.

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Verifies accuracy of patient account, type, and demographic data. Coordinates corrections with Patient Access and ensures accurate billing, reimbursement, and reporting.

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Meets productivity standards set forth by Revenue Integrity Coding department.

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Exhibits initiative and supports continuous quality improvement efforts.

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Successfully participates in continuing education activities to enhance knowledge and skills related to the position.

The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.
Basic Qualifications:

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Possess knowledge and understanding of ICD 10 CM and CPT 4 coding guidelines and practices required .

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Nationally recognized coding certificate CCA, CCS, CPC or AAPC certification required .

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Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able t