PROFESSIONAL FEE CODER

Aspirus

  • Wausau, WI
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Description:Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.Aspirus Health in Wausau, WI is seeking a PROFESSIONAL FEE CODER to join our CODING team!The Professional Fee Coder accurately processes professional service charges, including verification of CPT and ICD codes through our EPIC Workques. May process technical component charges in compliance with Provider Based or RHC Billing requirements. The Professional Fee Coder will perform coding functions for either primary care or specialty focused areas.HOURS: Full Time 1.0 FTE, 80 Hours BiweeklyExperience/Qualifications
  • Knowledge of coding principles normally acquired through an Associate’s Degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Business Services, or an equivalent program with emphasis in coding or a minimum of two years coding experience.
  • Experience or certification in a specialty area is beneficial.
  • Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the prior medical office experience.
  • Certification in coding by a recognized professional organization is required within 18 months of date of hire.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology, coding, billing practices, reimbursement practices, and clinic policies and procedures.
  • Previous computer experience required.
  • Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation to generate correspondence.
  • Ability to assess medical record documentation for accuracy and completeness.
  • Possesses ability to work and communicate effectively with co-workers and physicians.
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Skill in use of resource materials.
  • Knowledge of professional component documentation, coding and billing regulations and reimbursement systems.
  • Knowledge of technical component documentation, coding and billing regulations and reimbursement systems per Hospital Outpatient Medicare guidelines and regulations.
  • Knowledge of EMR process/workflows.
Employee Benefits
  • Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
  • PTO accrual from day one!
  • Generous retirement plan with match available.
  • Wellness program for employees and their families.
Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.Click to learn more.

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