Coding Quality Specialist 2

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Long-term disability

Retirement savings

Health savings plans

Flexible spending accounts

Certification and education support

Generous paid time off

Job summary

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia Health system is seeking professionals to handle the financial aspects of patient care, including billing, insurance claims, and payment processing. Roles involve translating diagnoses, treatments, and procedures into standardized medical codes to support billing and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of coding experience, a high school diploma, and an understanding of reimbursement processes.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: 2+ years of relevant coding experience required.
• Licensure: See Job Requisition for Certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage billing, insurance claims, and payment processing.
• Code diagnoses, procedures, and treatments for reimbursement.
• Support revenue cycle analysis and reporting.
• Provide financial counseling to patients.

Skills

Coding experience

Medical billing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

These jobs focus on managing the financial aspects of patient care, including billing, insurance claims, payment processing, financial counseling, utilization and revenue cycle analysis.

These roles are responsible for translating patient diagnoses, treatments, and procedures into standardized medical codes. Medical coders ensure accurate coding to support billing processes, comply with regulations, and maintain the integrity of patient health records for reimbursement and reporting purposes.

Individual contributors who provide support to an organization, often in direct service, operational, technical or administrative functions. Spends majority of time in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. Opportunities for progression outside this career stream are typically limited without additional education or significant training and experience.

Fully competent and productive individual contributor. Works under moderate supervision. Problems are typically of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures. Makes minor adjustments to working methods. Communicates information that requires explanation or interpretation.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: 2+ years of relevant coding experience required.
• Licensure: See Job Requisition for Certification requirements.

Physical Demands

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job occasionally requires traveling some distance to attend meetings and programs.

The pay range for this role is $17.66 - $35.32 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long‑term and Short‑term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

About the Employer

UVA Health is a world‑class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023‑2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023‑2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children’s hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.