Medical Coding Specialist II - Neurology/Neurosurgery/Other Specialties as needed

UW Health • Middleton, WI

1d • Remote

About The Position

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. To be eligible to work remotely, you must be in an approved remote work state for UW Health. The Medical Coding Specialist II will 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. They will 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
• 1 year of progressive coding experience (For HCC-specific roles, experience must be specific to HCC) Required
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree in a healthcare related field Preferred
• 2 years progressive coding experience in multiple specialties, HCC Risk adjustment Coding Preferred
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Preferred or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) Preferred

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.

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• paid time off
• retirement plans
• two-week paid parental leave
• adoption assistance
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED