Coder I

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Coder I 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 I, is a key member of the Coding Team and has shared accountability for the success of the department. The Coder I, under general supervision, reviews medical record documentation to abstract and assign diagnoses, procedures, and modifiers for statistical classification and reimbursement purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, 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. The Coder I, maintains an understanding of and ensures compliance with, all applicable coding guidelines. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Essential Functions:

• CODING: Meets or exceeds the minimum coding productivity standard for the type of coding performed. Meets or exceeds the minimum coding accuracy rate of 95%. Meets or exceeds the minimum timeliness standard for the area of coding performed. Follows all hospital and departmental procedures. Follows directions given by Coding Management. Ensures confidentiality of patient information. (85%)
• EDUCATION: Completes required coding training or other assigned coding instruction. Participates in departmental coding and educational meetings, trainings and roundtables. If applicable, submits weekly, a fully completed and accurate production log, in a timely manner. Maintains current coding credential(s). (10%)
• DESK PROCEDURE: Assists in the creation, evaluation, updating and on-going review of Desk Procedures for assigned areas. (5%)

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

• less than 1 year Prior medical work-related coding experience, completed coding instruction or coding training preferred. Required and
• less than 1 year Experience reviewing medical record documentation preferred. Required

Licenses:

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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of coding and coding guidelines.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify correct coding
• Organization: Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and meet deadlines.
• Judgment and Decision Making: Must be capable of reading and interpreting coding guidelines.
• Service Orientation: Ability to handle fast paced environment.
• Must pass coding proficiency pre-hire test with a score of 70% accuracy or higher.
• Communication: Good oral and written skills
• 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.
• Research: ability to leverage resources to acquire needed information
• Good computer keyboarding skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Epic experience helpful

Shift

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$24.92 - $34.89 / 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.