Coder II - Anesthesia

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Milwaukee, WI

3d•Remote

About The Position

This is a full-time position supporting Anesthesia coding. In addition to anesthesia coding, the candidate will need to abstract surgical CPT codes from operative notes. The schedule is Monday - Friday, 1st shift, 40 hours a week. Advocate Health may approve remote work for candidates residing in specific registered states (AL, AK, AR, AZ, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, LA, KS, KY, ME, MI, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, WV, WY).

Requirements

An active coding certification issued by the American Academy of Coders (AAPC) OR American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Completion of an accredited medical coding or HIM program (or equivalent experience).
Minimum of 3-5 years of direct professional fee coding experience in a multi-specialty environment is required.
Experience with Epic or similar electronic health record systems is required.
Proficient knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pathophysiology.
Advanced proficiency in CPT/HCPCS and ICD-10-CM/PCS coding systems.
Basic understanding of facility payment methodologies (MS-DRGs) as they apply to simple encounters.
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to context-switch between different coding guidelines.
Ability to work independently, manage a varied workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Dual certifications are preferred.
Experience with professional procedural coding (e.g., surgical, interventional procedures) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Independently perform complex, specialty-specific professional fee coding (CPT/HCPCS and ICD-10-CM) for physician services rendered in both office and hospital settings, ensuring expert application of modifiers and E/M guidelines.
Perform entry-level facility coding for simple outpatient encounters (e.g., diagnostic imaging, labs) and basic inpatient services (e.g., uncomplicated admissions, short stays) using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS, where applicable.
Ensure all coding adheres strictly to official guidelines (e.g., provided by AAPC or AHIMA), federal regulations (CMS), and organizational compliance standards.
Identify the need for formal clinical queries for documentation clarification when necessary for professional or facility records.
Maintain high accuracy and productivity standards appropriate to the complexity of the assigned workload.
May provide informal guidance to new coding staff on professional coding nuances.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program