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Anesthesia/Pain Coder Professional Fee
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Centennial, CO
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 24.03-36.59 HOUR
Date Posted : 2 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
You have a purpose, unique talents and now is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more. This is the heartbeat of our organization and your time will be spent in a supportive, team environment with resources to help you flourish and leaders who care about your success.
This is a senior level professional fee coding position with at least three (3) or more years of recent experience in anesthesia and pain coding. Anesthesia/Pain Coder staff key duties include reviewing documentation to assign appropriate CPT/ASA codes using the CPT-4/ASA manual and established criteria. Anesthesia/Pain Coder will work with clinic supervisors and/or providers to resolve coding issues and questions, following applicable payer rules and guidelines. This individual will also work with members of the Revenue Management team to address coding issues and concerns.
Along with CO, KS and NM, this position is open to remote/out of state candidates residing in only these states:
- Alabama- Arizona- Arkansas- Colorado
- Florida- Georgia- Idaho- Indiana
- Iowa- Kansas - Kentucky- Louisiana
- Missouri- Mississippi- Nebraska- New Mexico
- North Carolina- Ohio- Oklahoma- South Carolina
- South Dakota- Tennessee- Texas- Utah
- Virginia- West Virginia- Wyoming
Job Requirements
In addition to bringing humankindness to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
- High School Diploma/G.E.D. required
- Associate degree or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree, preferred
- A minimum of 3 years of recent experience in anesthesia and pain coding.
- Knowledge of anesthesia coding and elements related to anesthesia claims, such as units of time and anesthesia modifiers.
- Understand rules and regulations governing Medicare billing of anesthesia and pain services. Knowledge of NCCI, ICD-10-CM, CPT, and modifiers pertaining to anesthesia and pain services.
- Demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology
- Experience with the electronic health record (EHR) and health care applications required.
- Epic experience required.
- Demonstrate advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
- CPC Required upon hire, Source: AAPC
- Certified Anesthesia Pain Management Coder (CANPC) certification required to obtain within 1 year of hire.
Physical Requirement - Sedentary work - prolonged periods of sitting and exert up to 10 lbs. force occasionally
Where You'll WorkWe believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness.
CommonSpirit Mountain Region’s Corporate Service Center is headquartered in Centennial, CO where our corporate leaders and centralized teams support our hospitals, clinics and people – including marketing, human resources, employee benefits, finance, billing, talent acquisition/development, payor relations, IT, project management, community benefit and more. Many of our centralized teams offer a remote work option which supports a healthy work-life balance while still providing a culture of collaboration and community where incredible people are doing incredible things every day.
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Frequently asked questions
Anesthesia/Pain Coders specialize in accurately assigning CPT and ASA codes unique to anesthesia and pain management, which requires a deep understanding of anesthesia time units and modifiers. Unlike general coders, they handle complex Medicare billing rules and collaborate closely with providers and revenue teams to resolve specialized coding issues.
Mastering anesthesia coding protocols, including CPT-4 and ASA manuals, plus knowledge of Medicare regulations and NCCI edits, is crucial. Familiarity with Epic EHR systems and proficiency in medical terminology related to anesthesia will enhance accuracy and efficiency, making you a valuable asset in Centennial’s healthcare coding environment.
Obtaining certifications like the CPC and CANPC significantly boosts credibility and career prospects. The CANPC certification, often required within the first year of hire, demonstrates advanced skills in anesthesia pain coding, increasing potential for senior roles and higher pay within specialized medical billing fields.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes a mission-driven environment valuing humankindness and collaboration. Coders benefit from supportive leadership and resources tailored to professional growth, alongside opportunities to work remotely within select states, fostering work-life balance while contributing to meaningful healthcare outcomes.
This position integrates a strong team-oriented culture with a focus on advanced Epic EHR use and comprehensive coding protocols. The company’s commitment to community and remote work options across multiple states offers flexibility uncommon in many traditional healthcare coding jobs, emphasizing both professional and personal well-being.
In Centennial, Colorado, anesthesia coding professionals typically earn between $65,000 and $85,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications like CPC and CANPC. This range reflects the specialized nature of the role combined with local healthcare market demand and cost of living factors.
Centennial’s healthcare sector shows moderate competition for anesthesia coders due to a strong demand for specialized billing expertise. Nearby states like Kansas and New Mexico have smaller markets but growing needs, making remote work opportunities from these areas viable for skilled coders seeking flexibility.
Centennial’s suburban setting may involve typical metro area traffic during peak hours, but many coding roles offer remote options, reducing commute stress. Access to corporate centers and healthcare facilities is generally convenient, but planning around Colorado’s weather and road conditions is advisable for onsite days.
Transitioning requires quickly mastering anesthesia-specific CPT/ASA codes, understanding complex payer rules, and navigating advanced EHR systems like Epic. Building confidence in communicating with providers on coding issues and securing certifications such as CANPC within the first year are also critical early challenges.
Catholic Health Initiatives supports career development by providing access to resources and mentorship to help coders obtain certifications like CANPC within mandated timeframes. This emphasis on continuous learning reflects their commitment to employee success and maintaining high coding accuracy standards.