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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 within the Revenue Cycle – Front End Department. The key objective will include but not be limited to:
- Charge release/evaluation Resolve coding and billing edits
- Coding / billing various procedures for Cardiology cases Adept with excellent communication skills, written or verbally
- Comfortable collaborating with physicians regarding charges
Shift: Flex hours beginning from 5am-9am
This is a work from home position. Prefer candidates who live in Texas. Exact details shall be discussed as part of the interview process.
Why UT Southwestern?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued patients and employees. With over 20,000 employees, we are committed to continuing our growth with the best professionals in the healthcare industry. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for growth.
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.
Work is performed primarily in a general office area. May occasionally require entering clinical areas.
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.
Benefits- UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!