CODING SPECIALIST

About the Position:

The Coding Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely assignment of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes, as well as DRG and APC groupings for inpatient, outpatient, and clinic encounters. This role ensures that coding practices support optimal reimbursement, regulatory compliance, and quality reporting. A strong understanding of coding guidelines, documentation requirements, and federal regulations is essential to ensure integrity and accuracy in the health record.

What we are looking for:

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited Health Information Management (HIM) program or Certified Coding Specialist program.
• Must hold a current coding credential, which may include: RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CCA, CPC-H, and/or CPC-P.
• Minimum of one (1) year of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of official coding guidelines, coding systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with coding software, encoders, and electronic medical record (EMR) systems.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Must possess one or more of the following current and valid credentials:

• RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator)
• RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician)
• CCS (Certified Coding Specialist)
• CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based)
• CCA (Certified Coding Associate)
• CPC-H (Certified Professional Coder – Hospital Outpatient)
• CPC-P (Certified Professional Coder – Payer)

What we offer:

At Riverwood Healthcare, treating our patients well starts with treating our employees well. We provide a culture that reflects the friendly, more relaxed atmosphere of the communities we serve. Our staff are welcoming and supportive of one another.

Depending on eligibility, there are a wide-variety of benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan, wellness benefits with on-site fitness center, and a time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Riverwood Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

About us:

Riverwood Healthcare Center is a 25-bed Critical Access hospital with three full-service clinics in Aitkin, McGregor, and Garrison. Riverwood has recently expanded its footprint in Aitkin with a state-of-the-art surgical center.

Just two hours from the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro, this is an opportunity to live and work where others play in the heart of Minnesota’s Northwoods and beautiful lakes country. Enjoy access to an abundance of natural wonders, including lakes, rivers and streams, state parks, wildlife refuges, and ATV and bike trails for all your outdoor recreational activities.