Medical Coding Specialist I/II – Profee Pediatrics
Work Schedule :
This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE position that is 100% remote.
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.
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We are seeking a Medical Coding Specialist I/II - Profee Pediatrics 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.
* Resolve payer denials and respond to inquiries from revenue cycle teams, processing charge corrections as appropriate.
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.
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- Rate: Not Specified
- Location: Middleton, US-WI
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Finance
- Recruiter: University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation
- Contact: Not Specified
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: 34270
- Posted: 2024-08-30 08:12:21 -
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