Medical Coding Specialist II

November 27

🇺🇸 United States – Remote

🧀 Wisconsin – Remote

Although this job is listed in Wisconsin, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

💵 $27 - $41 / hour

⏰ Full Time

🟢 Junior

🚫👨‍🎓 No degree required

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10,000+ employees

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Description

• This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE position that is 100% remote. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. • To be eligible to work remotely, you must be in an approved remote work state for UW Health. • 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and medical coding education Required or • In lieu of a medical coding education, an active coding certification Required • Associate's Degree in a healthcare related field Preferred • 1 year of progressive coding experience (For HCC-specific roles, experience must be specific to HCC) Required • 2 years progressive coding experience in multiple specialties, HCC Risk adjustment Coding Preferred • Prior FQHC coding experience Preferred • 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 • Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Preferred • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) Preferred

Benefits

• 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.