Coding Specialist III - Outpatient Clinic (PRN)

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Coding Specialist III to join their Outpatient Clinic team. This role is crucial for ensuring accurate coding of outpatient accounts, adhering to ICD-10 CM and CPT guidelines, and supporting billing accuracy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospital-based coding, relevant certifications, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and productivity. This position offers the opportunity to mentor others and stay updated with the latest coding practices in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about coding and looking for a flexible PRN role, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Healthcare

PTO

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3+ years of acute hospital-based coding experience required.
• Licenses such as RHIA, RHIT, CCS, COC, CPC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurate coding of outpatient accounts using ICD-10 CM and CPT.
• Mentor and train staff on designated coding service lines.

Skills

ICD-10 CM Coding

CPT Coding

Data Abstraction

Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree in Health Information Management

Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management

Tools

Coding Software

Job description

Job Description - Coding Specialist III - Outpatient Clinic (PRN) (859984)

Job Overview

UT Southwestern is seeking a Coding Specialist III for our Outpatient Clinic (PRN). This role involves accurate coding of outpatient accounts using ICD-10 CM and CPT, in line with official guidelines, to support medical necessity and billing accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

1. Code retrospective outpatient accounts accurately, ensuring compliance with coding standards.
2. Identify appropriate diagnoses, procedures, modifiers, and secondary diagnoses.
3. Abstract required data elements such as discharge details, procedure dates, and physician information.
4. Review accounts in denial queues and collaborate with the Coding Manager as needed.
5. Determine when physician queries are necessary for clarification and handle documentation issues.
6. Maintain quality and productivity standards set by UT Southwestern.
7. Mentor and train staff on designated coding service lines.
8. Stay updated on coding guidelines and best practices.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of acute hospital-based coding experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licenses/certifications such as RHIA, RHIT, CCS, COC, CPC, CPC-H, or CIRCC.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management or related field.
• Experience working remotely (preferred for PRN coders).
• Cancer Center ancillary coding experience is a plus.

Benefits

UT Southwestern offers a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, PTO, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Work Environment & Policies

This position is security-sensitive, requiring background checks, and adheres to UT Southwestern's EEO policies ensuring a discrimination-free workplace.