Facility Coder III

Denver Health

. Reviews medical record documentation to abstract and assign diagnoses, procedures, and modifiers for statistical classification and reimbursement purposes.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $29 - $42 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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 to perform coding related tasks.
Assists in training, mentoring, and quality assurance of Level I and Level II coders as directed by Coding Management.
Interacts with clinical departments as needed.
Strives for strong unit cohesion by working well with other members of the team.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED Required
4-6 years medical coding with multi-specialty experience or specialty certification. Required
Strong procedural coding Required
Experience reviewing medical record documentation Required
Applies advanced knowledge of coding, with a knowledge of hospital based academic guidelines.
Knowledge of encoder and data abstraction software.
Strong knowledge of billing and reimbursement.
Must pass a coding proficiency pre-hire test with 80% accuracy or higher.
Good computer keyboarding skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Epic experience helpful.
3M encoder experience helpful.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

medical codingprocedural codingdata abstractionbillingreimbursementcoding proficiencydocumentation reviewencoder knowledgeadvanced coding knowledgemulti-specialty coding

Soft Skills

feedback provisionmentoringquality assuranceteamworkcommunication

Certifications

specialty certification