MEDICAL CODING SPECIALIST II - HOSPITALIST, PROFESSIONAL CODING

Company: UW Health
Location: Middleton
Posted on: October 27, 2024

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 Be part of something remarkable Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking a Medical Coding Specialist II to:

• 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.
• 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.
  Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent and medical coding education Required
  • In lieu of a medical coding education, an active coding certification Required
  • Associate's Degree in a healthcare related field Preferred
    Work Experience
    • 1 year of progressive coding experience Required
    • 2 years 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
      • Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Preferred
      • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) Preferred
        
        
        Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
        
        UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.
        
        Job Description
        
        UW Medical Foundation benefits

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