Medical Coding Specialist II – Vascular/CT/TXP/Burn and IP Professional Surgery

UW Health; Middleton (WI); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

UW Health is looking for a Medical Coding Specialist II to join their team. This full-time remote position involves coding using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, along with required coding certifications and experience. Join a leading healthcare provider that values diversity and offers excellent benefits.

Benefits

Health and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Two-week Paid Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Tuition Benefits

Qualifications

• 1 year of progressive coding experience required.
• Active coding certification required.

Responsibilities

• Utilize encoder and coding resources for appropriate coding.
• Apply knowledge of coding initiatives and guidelines.

Skills

Medical Coding

ICD-10-CM

CPT

HCPCS

Regulatory Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Coding Education

Job description

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE position that is 100% remote. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. Applicants hired into this position can work from most states. This will be discussed during the interview process.

To be eligible to work remotely, you must be in an approved remote work state for UW Health. We’ve included a link below to view the full list of approved remote work states.

Approved Remote Work States Listing

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We are seeking a Medical Coding Specialist II to:

1. Utilize available encoder, grouper software, and other coding resources to determine the appropriate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and/or HCPCS including specialty specific codes and Evaluation and Management (E&M) codes.
2. Maintain an understanding and apply knowledge of National Correct Coding Initiatives (NCCI), Local Coverage Documents and National Coverage Documents (LCD/NCD) directives, Medically Unlikely Edits (MUEs), and Medicare Teaching Physician Guidelines, applying knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements and institutional guidelines to select appropriate codes and modifiers.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave, and adoption assistance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and medical coding education required, or
• An active coding certification required in lieu of a medical coding education.

Work Experience

• 1 year of progressive coding experience (for HCC-specific roles, experience must be specific to HCC) required.
• 2 years of progressive coding experience in multiple specialties, HCC Risk adjustment Coding preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) upon hire required, or
• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) upon hire required, or
• Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) upon hire required, or
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) upon hire required, or
• Certified Coding Specialist Physician-Based (CCS-P) upon hire required, or
• Certified Coding Associate (CCA) upon hire required, or
• Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) upon hire required, or
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) upon hire required, or
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) upon hire required.

Preferred certifications include Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) and Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion: UW Health is dedicated to being a diverse, inclusive, and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members, and veterans. EOE, including disability/veterans.

Job Description

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