Medical Coding Specialist II - Inpatient
full-time•Middleton
About this role
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 II - Inpatient to:
- Determine and assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, in addition to present on admission indicators, and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes, using official coding guidelines and knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pharmacology and pathophysiology/disease processes.
- Identify cases with clinical indicators that may require provider documentation clarification and/or specificity in order to accurately assign codes; collaborate with CDIS team as part of the clinical documentation validation and physician query workflows.
At UW Health, you will have:
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and 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.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent and Medical Coding Education. In lieu of a medical coding education, an active coding certification is required. Required
Work Experience
- 2 years of progressive inpatient facility coding experience Required
- 2 years or more of inpatient facility coding experience in an Academic Medical Center and/or Level 1 Trauma Center Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Upon Hire Required or
- Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) Upon Hire Required
- Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Preferred
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) Preferred
Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through 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. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Other facts
Tech stack
ICD-10-CM Coding,ICD-10-PCS Coding,Anatomy Knowledge,Physiology Knowledge,Pharmacology Knowledge,Pathophysiology Knowledge,Clinical Documentation,Provider Documentation Clarification,Collaboration,Coding Guidelines,Inpatient Coding,Medical Coding,Documentation Validation,Physician Query Workflows,Health Information Management,Coding Certification
About UW Health
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics is a 471-bed facility that ranks among the finest academic medical centers in the United States. Frequently cited in publications listing the nation's best health care providers, UW Hospital and Clinics is recognized as a national leader in fields such as cancer treatment, pediatrics, ophthalmology, surgical specialties and organ transplantation.
Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
Website: http://www.uwhealth.org
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
What you'll do
- The Medical Coding Specialist II - Inpatient is responsible for determining and assigning ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes. They will also identify cases needing documentation clarification and collaborate with the CDIS team.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Medical Coding Specialist II - Inpatient do at UW Health?
As a Medical Coding Specialist II - Inpatient at UW Health, you will: the Medical Coding Specialist II - Inpatient is responsible for determining and assigning ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes. They will also identify cases needing documentation clarification and collaborate with the CDIS team..
Why join UW Health as a Medical Coding Specialist II - Inpatient?
UW Health is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company.
Is the Medical Coding Specialist II - Inpatient position at UW Health remote?
The Medical Coding Specialist II - Inpatient position at UW Health is based in Middleton, Wisconsin, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Medical Coding Specialist II - Inpatient position at UW Health?
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