Coding Specialist

The Coding Specialist will accurately assign, edit, and modify diagnostic/procedural codes for all sites/locations in accordance with state and federal regulations, as well as organizational policies and procedures. The position will analyze charts, abstract data, and keep up-to-date on industry and regulatory changes and updates. Find opportunities to implement operational or systematic improvements. Essential to this position are strong organizational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interpret, communicate, and educate others.

• Analyze medical record content by licensed professionals and assign, edit, and modify appropriate diagnostic and applicable procedural codes, including sequence, based on state and federal regulations, coding ethics, third party payer requirements, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of coding/regulatory changes and compliance requirements for profession.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates degree or equivalent experience
• CCS, CPC, CCA, RHIT, or RHIA certification (if not currently, must complete within 6 months of hire date)
• Demonstrated knowledge of most current diagnostic and procedural coding terminologies
• Independent/Detailed-oriented
• Exceptional communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Basic understanding of ASAM, DSM, and CPT terminologies
• Behavioral health coding experience

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is the largest nonprofit addiction recovery organization in the United States. It is also one of the most mission-driven places you will find. The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation team is passionate about providing hope and ultimately healing. As a living, growing and evolving institution, the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is - at our core- a people-powered organization. Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is comprised of 1600 employees, seventeen treatment sites and produces $190 million dollars in annual revenue. This exemplary organization serves nearly 25,000 people annually and is committed to provide hope and healing for those experiencing addiction to alcohol and other drugs.

What makes this organization unique is its total ecosystem approach to prevention, education, research, advocacy and treatment. All of the parts of the organization work together to inform, develop and deliver evidence- based practices that help people reclaim their futures and restore their hope.

Being "a best place to work" is a strategic goal of Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation and it's a goal that every employee plays an active role in helping to achieve. Our culture is a reflection of how encouraged and energized we each feel about contributing our ideas and performing to our greatest ability. Join us and do meaningful work.

We deeply value our employees. Working at Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation includes a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive Health, Dental and Vision Plans
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Paid time-off
• Tuition reimbursement

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our colleagues is critical to our success as a force of healing and hope for individuals, families and communities affected by addiction to alcohol and other drugs; and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.