UT Southwestern Medical Center – Coding Specialist II – Revenue Cycle – Dallas, TX
Job title: Coding Specialist II - Revenue Cycle
Company: UT Southwestern Medical Center
Job description: Coding Specialist II
JOB SUMMARY:
Works under general supervision to perform intermediate coding activities in a manner that meets productivity and quality standards as established by the coding leadership. This position will function as part of the Radiology team and will consist of the following members:
• Seven (7) Coding Specialists
• Three (3) Billing Specialists
• One (1) Team Lead
• One (1) Supervisor
The primary duties for this position will be as follows:
• Abstract Radiology E&M services
• Imaging interpretations
• Procedures for CCPT and DX
• Must be highly organized
• Must be able to work efficiently and independently
This is a work from home (WFH) position. However, exact details related to this shall be discussed as part of the interview process.
EXPERIENCE | EDUCATION:
REQUIRED:
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• And certification as a coder to include Certified Professional Coder (CPC), CMC, RHIT, RHIA, or Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
• And three (3) years professional coding experience
• Knowledge of Correct Coding Initiatives (CCI), Epic electronic health record systems and 3M coding software is preferred
• Proficiency in EPIC is preferred
• May consider education in lieu of experience, or experience in lieu of other criterion
JOB DUTIES:
• Performs accurate and timely review of intermediate coding and abstracting of UTSW accounts utilizing, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS and CPT code sets as indicated and according to department procedures.
• Performs basic to intermediate coding activities in a manner that meets productivity and quality standards as established by the coding leadership.
• Ability to review and resolve front-end charge review coding edits.
• Maintains current understanding of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease processes, coding guidelines, and teaching physician documentation guidelines, and grows knowledge through participation in continuing education programs.
• May lead, train and/or mentor the work of lower-level designated coding employees to ensure quality of work and growth in knowledge and expertise.
• Assists in upholding coding team expectations of effective communications, including customer service standards, professionalism, operating procedures, processes, and other team strategies and goals.
• Assists in promoting a culture of support, continuous learning, and teamwork.
• Adheres to all UTSW and departmental policies and procedures to include the Remote Coding Agreement where applicable.
• May support multiple specialties in a hybrid role as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This job is remote only and individuals who reside in the job will permanently work 100% from an alternate approved worksite.
SECURITY:
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Expected salary:
Location: Dallas, TX
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Company: UT Southwestern Medical Center
Job description: Coding Specialist II
JOB SUMMARY:
Works under general supervision to perform intermediate coding activities in a manner that meets productivity and quality standards as established by the coding leadership. This position will function as part of the Radiology team and will consist of the following members:
• Seven (7) Coding Specialists
• Three (3) Billing Specialists
• One (1) Team Lead
• One (1) Supervisor
The primary duties for this position will be as follows:
• Abstract Radiology E&M services
• Imaging interpretations
• Procedures for CCPT and DX
• Must be highly organized
• Must be able to work efficiently and independently
This is a work from home (WFH) position. However, exact details related to this shall be discussed as part of the interview process.
EXPERIENCE | EDUCATION:
REQUIRED:
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• And certification as a coder to include Certified Professional Coder (CPC), CMC, RHIT, RHIA, or Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
• And three (3) years professional coding experience
• Knowledge of Correct Coding Initiatives (CCI), Epic electronic health record systems and 3M coding software is preferred
• Proficiency in EPIC is preferred
• May consider education in lieu of experience, or experience in lieu of other criterion
JOB DUTIES:
• Performs accurate and timely review of intermediate coding and abstracting of UTSW accounts utilizing, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS and CPT code sets as indicated and according to department procedures.
• Performs basic to intermediate coding activities in a manner that meets productivity and quality standards as established by the coding leadership.
• Ability to review and resolve front-end charge review coding edits.
• Maintains current understanding of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease processes, coding guidelines, and teaching physician documentation guidelines, and grows knowledge through participation in continuing education programs.
• May lead, train and/or mentor the work of lower-level designated coding employees to ensure quality of work and growth in knowledge and expertise.
• Assists in upholding coding team expectations of effective communications, including customer service standards, professionalism, operating procedures, processes, and other team strategies and goals.
• Assists in promoting a culture of support, continuous learning, and teamwork.
• Adheres to all UTSW and departmental policies and procedures to include the Remote Coding Agreement where applicable.
• May support multiple specialties in a hybrid role as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This job is remote only and individuals who reside in the job will permanently work 100% from an alternate approved worksite.
SECURITY:
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Expected salary:
Location: Dallas, TX
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