University of Washington Medical Center
Location
Seattle, Washington
Salary
$34 - $49 / HOUR
The specialist is responsible for daily activities involving coding and charge submission for professional fee and facility emergency department services using CPT, ICD, and HCPCS codes. This includes analyzing medical records to ensure correct code assignment for optimal reimbursement while adhering to state and federal guidelines.
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent along with three years of relevant coding experience. A required certification must be held from a list including RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, CIC, COC, CIRCC, RCC, or ROCC.
UW Medicine Enterprise Records and Health Information has an outstanding opportunity for an EXPERIENCED EMERGENCY CODER. WORK SCHEDULE Days, 100% FTE Mondays - Friday POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Responsible for performing daily activities related to coding and charge submission of abstract Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) professional fee and facility emergency department coding and billing. Analyzing the medical record to assign International Classification of Diseases (ICD), CPT and/or Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes to ensure correct code assignment and optimal reimbursement in compliance with state and federal guidelines DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION Enterprise Records and Health Information (ERHI) is a Shared Service Department that supports all aspects of the patient medical record from governance, integrity, documentation timeliness, completion, clinical coding, billing, release, and tracking to management of access, retention, and destruction. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Reviews available electronic and other appropriate documentation within Epic to identify all billable procedures and services within the emergency department requiring facility and/or professional fee coding, ensuring all necessary codes use the appropriate ICD, CPT Ensures coded services, charges and clinical documentation meet appropriate guidelines or standards Collaborates with Chart Completion to follow up on charts pending clarification to provider queries Consults with physicians and or clinical departmental representatives, through the query process as appropriate to verify services were rendered and documented to assist in the understanding of coding and documentation issues and opportunities for future visits Maintains five day turnaround times for emergency coding based on date of service or discharge date; and understands charge lag impact for facility and professional fee services Performs special projects and other duties assigned. REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent and three years' coding experience or equivalent education/experience. Certified as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician Based (CCS-P), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder (CIRCC), Radiology Certified Coder (RCC) or Radiation Oncology Certified Coder (ROCC) Compensation, Benefits and
Pay Range Minimum: $34.16 hourly Pay Range Maximum: $48.89 hourly Other Compensation: - Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/ Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00% Union/Bargaining
SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory About the UW Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. Our Commitment The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. Use the filters or enter keywords in the search box (such as “custodian,” “nursing” or “manager”) to explore available opportunities. To find temporary opportunities, enter “temporary” in the search box. If you are a current UW employee: You must log into Workday and apply internally through the UW Jobs Hub. Looking for faculty, librarian or academic staff positions? Please visit our Academic Jobs site. Looking for student employment? Learn more on our Student Employment site. There are many perks to working for the University of Washington. Learn more about the benefits that could be available to you as a UW employee. Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified about job opportunities at the UW that interest you; you’ll be one of the first to learn when openings become available. You will be asked to create an account if you do not already have one.
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