Coding Spec-Ambulatory Srvs

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 What You'll Do: The Coding Specialist - Ambulatory Services scope of work includes care provided in a professional clinic, outpatient and inpatient hospital setting, nursing home or home setting. The Coding Specialist - Ambulatory Services will apply their knowledge of chart auditing including all CPT, HCPCS or ICD 10-CM coding guidelines consistent with standard coding practices to ensure complete and compliant code assignment. The Coding Specialist - Ambulatory Services is responsible for reviewing all available documentation for each patient's clinic or hospital encounter and assigning appropriate code(s) for each service performed. Codes assigned will accurately represent the medical necessity for services provided. The Coding Specialist - Ambulatory Services will utilize standard query and clarification processes to assure consistency between documentation, charges and assigned codes. Adheres to the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding and AAPC Code of Ethics and the official coding rules and guidelines. Occasional travel to Gundersen Health System facilities will be required. What's Available: • Full Time - 80 hours biweekly (1.0 FTE) • Day Shift. No weekend rotation • This position will be working remotely • Starting pay of $20.80/hr and up, based on your years of experience • We can only accept candidates from WI, IA, and MN. What You'll Need: • DESIRED - Associate degree in Health Information Management or Medical Coding Certificate • REQUIRED - 1 year experience in a healthcare facility, health care business office or equivalent education. Applicants within 3 months of completion of RHIT or RHIA program meet this requirement • REQUIRED – Must have one of these certifications Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Professional Coder - Apprentice (CPC-A) or Certified Coding Associate (CCA) or Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Coding Specialist-Physician Based (CCS-P) OR Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)* or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)* • REQUIRED - 1 year experience in a healthcare facility, health care business office or equivalent education. What You'll Get: • A highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated • Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development Center • A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member • Substantial retirement contribution including 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution • Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States Join our passionate team and make a difference in the daily lives of our patients. If you are motivated, skilled, and dedicated to delivering exceptional laboratory services, we would love to hear from you. About Gundersen Health System: Gundersen Health System, becoming Emplify Health, is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa, serving more than 500,000 residents throughout 19 counties annually. Our physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare system includes a 325-bed teaching hospital and Level II Trauma Center; community clinics; affiliate hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground am If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact [email protected] or call 608-775-0267. We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future. Equal Opportunity Employer Apply tot his job