Professional Coding Specialist Lead - Remote

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 Coding Specialist Lead serves as the expert resource regarding all aspects of coding and charge capture. Supports the Coding Leaders and team by guiding and directing employees in their day to day job functions.  Trains new and existing team members or those learning a new area or specialty of coding. Provides coverage for various specialty areas. Investigates and resolves issues pertaining to coding and charge capture.

100% Remote

Schedule: Monday-Friday (8:00 am - 5:00 pm CST)

Education:

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

Experience:

• Requires 5 years of coding experience in a multi-specialty physician practice, coding multiple medical/surgical specialties/subspecialties.
• Epic experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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

Licenses and Certifications:

• Coding certifications:  CPC and CCS required
• Additional certification:  CCS-P or RHIT 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.

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