CODING SPEC III - Home Health

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, is seeking a seasoned Medical Coder to perform complex coding and abstracting tasks under supervision, ensuring accuracy and compliance with ICD-10-CM guidelines.

The role requires 6 years of coding experience and relevant certifications or equivalent experience. Epic and 3M coding software proficiency is preferred; a strong foundation in anatomy and medical terminology is essential.

Qualifications

• 6 years of coding experience
• CPC/CMC/RHIT/RHIA/CCA certifications preferred upon hire
• Experience with CCI, Epic EHR and 3M coding software preferred
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate and timely review of complex coding and abstracting of UTSW accounts utilizing ICD-10-CM code sets and department procedures.
• Performs complex coding activities meeting productivity and quality standards.
• Reviews and resolves coding edits and back-end coding denials.
• Maintains thorough understanding of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology with ongoing education.
• Supports home healthcare coding operations to minimize workflow disruption.
• May lead, train and mentor lower-level coding staff.
• Promotes professional communication and teamwork within the coding group.
• Follows UTSW policies including Remote Coding Agreement where applicable.
• Performs home healthcare authorizations processes as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical coding

Mentoring

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPC Certification

CMC Certification

RHIT

RHIA

CCA Certification

Tools

Epic EHR

3M coding software

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Job Summary

Works under general supervision to perform complex coding activities in a manner that meets productivity and quality standards as established by the coding leadership.

Benefits

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage


• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay


• Paid Time Off, available day one


• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)


• Paid Parental Leave Benefit


• Wellness programs


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer


• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
  

Required

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Education
  

High School Diploma or equivalent

• Experience
  

6 years of coding experience

May consider education in lieu of experience, or experience in lieu of other criterion.

• (CPC) CERT PROFESSIONAL CODER Upon Hire or
  (CMC) CERT MEDICAL CODER Upon Hire or
  (RHIT) REGD HEALTH INFO TECHNOLO Upon Hire or
  (RHIA) REGD HEALTH INFO ADMINIST Upon Hire or
  (CCA) Cert Coding Associate Upon Hire Preferred

• Knowledge of Correct Coding Initiatives (CCI), Epic electronic health record systems and 3M coding software is preferred


• Proficiency in EPIC is preferred

Job Duties

• Performs accurate and timely review of complex coding and abstracting of UTSW accounts utilizing ICD-10-CM code sets as indicated and according to department procedures.


• Performs complex coding activities in a manner that meets productivity and quality standards as established by the coding leadership.


• Ability to review and resolve coding edits and back-end coding denials.


• Maintains a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease processes, coding guidelines, and teaching physician documentation guidelines through participation in continuing education programs.


• Maintains a thorough understanding of the intricacies of home healthcare services provided at UTSW, so work assignment adjustments can be made with little workflow disruption and coding coverage can be appropriately provided.


• May lead, train and/or mentor the work of lower-level designated coding employees to ensure quality of work and growth in knowledge and expertise.


• Assists in upholding coding team expectations of effective communications, including customer service standards, professionalism, operating procedures, processes, and other team strategies and goals.


• Assists in promoting a culture of support, continuous learning, and teamwork.


• Adheres to all UTSW and departmental policies and procedures to include the Remote Coding Agreement where applicable.


• May perform and support home healthcare authorizations processes, as needed.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Primary Location

Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations

5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Job

Administrative/Clerical

Organization

877376 - Home Health

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Job

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Posting

Oct 13, 2026, 2:56:20 AM