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We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation MPD

Position Overview:

This position serves to provision, document, and report quality care and disease burden. Trains and educates coding quality staff, physicians other clinicians, and operations leaders on documentation and coding guidelines including by not limited to ICD-10-CM diagnoses codes, Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC), HCPC and CPT codes. Reviews internal and external data to inform patient outreach and pre-visit planning, and identification of clinical pathways.

**Job Description** :

EDUCATION:

_Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma._

Bachelor's

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

+ CRC-Certified Risk Adjustment Coder

+ OR CPC-Certified Professional Coder

+ OR CCS-Certified Coding Specialist

+ CRC-Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (required within 1 year)

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

2 years recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

+ Advanced knowledge of ICD-10 diagnosis coding conventions and requirements.

+ Knowledge of HCC/Risk Adjustment coding.

+ Knowledge of CPT and HCPCS coding conventions.

+ Knowledge of CMS and HHS risk adjustment models.

+ Knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, and medical record documentation requirements/processes.

+ Knowledge of electronic health records a must; Experience with Epic a plus.

+ Advanced skills with Power Point, Canva, and/or other presentation software.

+ Proficient use of coding software and reference books to assign/validate codes.

+ Knowledge of National Correct Coding Initiative edits, AHA Coding Clinic, and CPT Assistant

+ Proficient with Microsoft Office

+ Proficient with technology for remote learning (Teams, Zoom, Webinars, etc.)

+ The ability to work at a fast pace and maintain a high concentration level with accuracy is essential.

+ Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $43.34 to $65.00 / hour

_The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package._ _​_