Snowline Health

Certified Coding and Billing Compliance Specialist

Snowline Health  •  $55k - $75k/yr  •  El Dorado, AR (Hybrid)  •  19 days ago
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Job Description

Who We Are

Snowline Health is a non-profit organization serving the western slope of El Dorado County and the Greater Sacramento Region. For over 40 years, we’ve provided compassionate, high-quality care tailored to the unique needs of patients and families. Guided by our core values of teamwork, service, contribution, and excellence, we’re committed to delivering exceptional care and supporting the communities we serve.

Benefits and Wellness

Snowline offers a supportive culture and a strong benefits package, including:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus life insurance and a 401(k) with employer match
  • Generous paid time off, vacation and sick leave
  • Continuing education and training opportunities, including tuition reimbursement for relevant courses
  • Hybrid work environment (role requires regular onsite presence)
  • Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and support
  • Team-centered culture with collaborative, mission-driven colleagues

The Certified Coder and Billing Compliance Specialist is responsible for reviewing and coding medical records to ensure accurate, compliant billing in accordance with Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance requirements. This role evaluates clinical documentation, assigns ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, E/M, CCM, and TCM codes, identifies missed or incorrect charges, and resolves coding and claim discrepancies prior to submission. The position works closely with providers and the billing team to support documentation integrity, denial prevention and resolution, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance, while providing education and reporting to strengthen revenue integrity. Through these efforts, the role helps ensure timely reimbursement and supports the financial sustainability of Snowline Health’s mission-driven care programs.

Requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from AAPC, or Certified Coding Specialist – Physician based (CCS-P) from AHIMA, with proficiency in medical coding systems (CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS).
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in medical records coding and clinic/multi-specialty billing compliance.
  • Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems and billing platforms.
  • Communication – Excellent written and verbal communication is essential for effective collaboration with providers, billing staff, and management.
  • Knowledge and practical understanding of CMS regulations and conditions of participation and OIG audit trends, as they relate to Hospice, Palliative Care and In Home Based Primary Care reimbursement models. A deep understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology is essential for accurate interpretation of medical records.
  • Excellent attention to detail, analytical and organizational skills.
  • Ethical judgment, exercising discretion and maintaining patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Preferred – CPMA, and CPB certifications.
Snowline Health

About Snowline Health

Bringing peace and dignity through life's transitions by providing comfort, care, and support to people in need.

Snowline, established in 1979, is a nonprofit, community-based organization dedicated to serving our community by enhancing the lives of those with chronic, serious illness and patients nearing end-of-life. The care provided to patients and families is carried out by Snowline's Interdisciplinary team of professionals, including physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, licensed vocational nurses, medical social workers, spiritual care providers, hospice aides, and volunteers.

Snowline's dedicated staff are experts in delivering end-of-life care, with many earning advanced certifications from the Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center and the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association. Snowline is a proud Employer Partner with the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association and encourages our team to seek advancement and certification.

Hospice benefits are included in Medicare and Medi-Cal and most health insurance plans. The uninsured and palliative care recipients are also served at Snowline through funds from the proceeds of Snowline's thrift stores, a recycle and repurpose processing center enterprise, individual donations, fundraisers, and the United Way.

At Snowline, neither patient nor family will ever receive a bill for services.

We serve the western slope of El Dorado, Placer, and Sacramento County, including Sacramento, Folsom, Fair Oaks, Elk Grove, Roseville, Granite Bay, Fair Oaks, Carmichael, Lincoln, Rancho Cordova, and Rancho Murieta.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Diamond Springs, CA
Year Founded
1979
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