Medical Coding Specialist II - Surgery Coding - Multi Specialty

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Medical Coding Specialist II at UW Health utilizing encoder software for diagnosis and treatment coding. Maintaining regulatory compliance and guidelines for accurate medical coding.

Responsibilities:

  • 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
  • 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
  • Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Preferred or
  • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) Preferred

Benefits:

  • health and dental insurance
  • paid time off
  • retirement plans
  • two-week paid parental leave
  • adoption assistance
  • access to resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department supporting emotional, financial, and physical well-being
  • tuition benefits eligibility