Job Title: Medical Coding Analyst

Job Description

As a Medical Coding Analyst, you will serve as a subject matter expert on medical coding workflows, systems, regulations, and education practices. You will be responsible for developing and leading the coding quality review process, including error analysis, targeted education, individualized coder feedback, and trend identification for training opportunities. You will conduct coding audits, providing detailed feedback and coaching to coders and physicians to ensure guideline adherence and accuracy. This role requires ensuring ongoing compliance with federal and state medical coding and billing regulations.

ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement a structured QA monitoring system to support consistent quality oversight.Manage coding workflows and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and productivity.Train and mentor coding staff to promote continuous improvement and professional development.Lead performance improvement initiatives and projects to enhance coding effectiveness.Stay updated on coding guidelines, clinical procedures, and payer policies, and communicate changes to providers, supervisors, and billing teams.Prepare and track MIPS (Merit-based Incentive Payment System) performance reports.Identify coding and billing risk areas and conduct targeted reviews to ensure coding accuracy using official guidelines, Medicare/Medicaid policies, and third-party payer resources.Evaluate and optimize system rules for efficiency, leveraging platform best practices and standardization.Collaborate with revenue cycle teams to implement and coordinate rule changes within billing and EHR systems.Design and generate custom reports to track performance against key departmental metrics.Investigate and resolve system issues, identifying root causes that delay account resolution.Analyze application workflows and develop related policies and procedures in collaboration with end users.Lead and streamline coding operations to boost charge capture and release, improve claim accuracy, and reduce accounts receivable aging.Essential SkillsCertified through RHIT or RHIA.Minimum of 2 years as a Coding Analyst or Coding Supervisor.Over 5 years of coding experience, including 2+ years in multispecialty coding.Skilled in conducting coding audits and delivering actionable feedback to physicians and coders.Proficient in EHRs, billing systems, and related applications.Strong analytical skills with expertise in data manipulation and use of data analysis tools.In-depth understanding of claims processing, clinical edits, fee schedules, and payer contracts.Proficient in Microsoft Office and general PC operations.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical reasoning.Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and execute timely action plans.Capable of prioritizing and managing high-volume system tasks based on urgency and impact.Effective communicator across all organizational levels, including physicians, advanced practice providers, clinical staff, and leadership.Additional Skills & QualificationsRHIA, CPC, CCS, AAPC certifications.Auditing and quality assurance expertise.Work Environment

This position offers a hybrid work environment with 4 days remote and 1 day onsite, Monday through Friday, with some flexibility in hours. Employees enjoy a supportive team culture with minimal turnover, benefiting from the advantages of a large healthcare organization without the bureaucracy and limitations of a hospital

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.79 - $41.72/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Salem,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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