Professional Surgical Coding Specialist III

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

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The Professional Fee Surgical Coding Specialist III will work in collaboration with Ancillary or specialty departments/locations/providers to code, review and release charges in a timely manner and to ensure correct coding, billing compliance and complete charge capture. Collaborates with providers and other departmental staff/leaders on coding or charge capture related questions/topics.

Must be well versed in surgery coding with a vast knowledge of multi specialties including Cardiology and CT Surgery.

• 100% Remote
• Full time:  Monday-Friday (40 hrs per week)

Requirements:

• 3 years of Surgical coding experience in a healthcare position.
• Coding Certification – one of the following:

• CPC-Certified Professional Coder - American Board of Professional Coders
• CCS-P-Certified Coding Specialist Physician Based - American Health Information Management Association
• CCS-Certified Coding Specialist - American Health Information Management Association
• RHIT-Registered Health Information Technician - American Health Information Management Association

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of ICD10, CPT and HCPCS coding guidelines.
• Working knowledge of CCI edits, healthcare insurance guidelines and other regulatory guidance.
• Specialty Coding knowledge.
• Prior use of an Electronic Health Record.
• Epic experience preferred.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) skills.
• Ability to work independently, exercise independent judgment and solve problems effectively.
• Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Children's values and support our mission and vision.

Education:

• High School graduate or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) required.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses:

+ one of the following: - N/A, CCS-Certified Coding Specialist - American Health Information Management Association, CCS-P-Certified Coding Specialist Physician Based - American Health Information Management Association, CPC-Certified Professional Coder - American Board of Professional Coders, RHIT-Registered Health Information Technician - American Health Information Management Association