Medical Coding Specialist II – Anesthesia/Pain

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Wisconsin.

📋 Description

• Leverage available encoder, grouper software, and various coding tools to accurately identify the suitable ICD-10-CM, CPT, and/or HCPCS codes, including specialty-specific codes and Evaluation and Management (E&M) codes.

• Maintain a thorough understanding and apply knowledge of National Correct Coding Initiatives (NCCI), Local Coverage Documents, and National Coverage Documents (LCD/NCD) directives, along with Medically Unlikely Edits (MUEs) and Medicare Teaching Physician Guidelines, utilizing knowledge of relevant regulatory standards and institutional protocols to select the correct codes and modifiers.

⛳️ Requirements

• Medical coding education is required or an Associate's Degree in a healthcare-related field is preferred.

• A minimum of 1 year of progressive coding experience is required (For HCC-specific positions, experience must be directly related to HCC).

• At least 2 years of progressive coding experience across multiple specialties, with a focus on HCC Risk Adjustment Coding, is preferred.

• Certification as a Professional Coder (CPC) is required upon hire, or Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist Physician-Based (CCS-P), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) are also required upon hire.

• Preference for Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certifications.

🏝️ Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and dental insurance.

• Paid time off.

• Retirement plans.

• Two weeks of paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

• Flexible scheduling options that promote work-life balance.

• Access to valuable resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical health.

• Eligibility for tuition benefits - UW Health is committed to your professional development by assisting with costs related to career advancement courses.