Coder II

Job Description Join Hilo Benioff Medical Center and be part of a team that proudly cares for our friends, family, and neighbors across East Hawaiʻi. Hilo Benioff Medical Center is seeking an experienced Coder II to support the accurate coding, abstraction, and management of clinical information across outpatient and physician-based services. This role serves as an independent coding professional responsible for ensuring compliance with coding standards, optimizing reimbursement, and supporting the integrity of the medical record through detailed analysis and collaboration with providers and clinical teams. Key Responsibilities Assign and sequence ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and HCPCS codes for physician-based, outpatient, clinic, urgent care, emergency department, laboratory, radiology, and ancillary services Independently review and analyze medical records to ensure complete, accurate, and compliant documentation and coding Identify documentation deficiencies and collaborate with providers to clarify diagnoses, procedures, and services when necessary Abstract clinical data and compile statistical information to support quality improvement, operational reporting, regulatory requirements, and reimbursement activities Research coding denials, respond to audit inquiries, and ensure compliance with payer, regulatory, and coding guideline requirements Serve as a coding resource to providers, clinical departments, and revenue cycle staff while supporting process improvement initiatives Experience, Education, Certifications, and Licensure High school diploma or equivalent required Completion of ICD-10 training, coursework, or classes within the past two (2) years required One (1) year of specialized health information management experience in a hospital or allied healthcare setting Two (2) years of coding experience assigning ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and HCPCS codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services One of the following certifications required: Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-Based (CCS-P) Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) No licensure required The ideal candidate possesses strong knowledge of physician-based coding practices, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, reimbursement methodologies, and regulatory requirements. Successful candidates demonstrate the ability to work independently, maintain coding accuracy, and effectively communicate with providers and interdisciplinary teams. Benefits 13 paid holidays each year (104 hours); 14 (112 hours) during election years 21 paid vacation days (168 hours) per year 21 paid sick days (168 hours) per year Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans Employee Assistance Program Participation in the State of Hawaii’s retirement system Potential eligibility for various student loan repayment & scholarship programs * Rates listed for paid holidays, vacation and sick days are for 1.0 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) positions assigned to 8 hour shifts. Accruals for these benefits are otherwise prorated based on FTE. Equal Opportunity Employer The East Hawaii Region of Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Shift Details Must be available to work shifts, weekends and holidays as necessary based on hospital operations. Services are provided 24/7. #J-18808-Ljbffr