Coding Specialist III at UT Southwestern Medical Center

Dallas, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Coding, Auditing, Documentation, Cardiology Procedures, Compliance, Reimbursement, Epic, 3M Coding Software, Anatomy, Physiology, Medical Terminology, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, CPT, Customer Service, Teamwork

Industry

Higher Education

Description

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 employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! JOB SUMMARY UT Southwestern Medical Center has a new opportunity within the Revenue Cycle Department for the role of Coding Specialist III. The duties for this position will include but is not limited to the following: Codes and audits patient encounters to ensure accurate documentation Code complex Cardiology procedures Completes daily reconciliation Compliance Reimbursement 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%25 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! EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education High School Diploma or GED Experience 6 years coding experience. A coding certification or billing/coding diploma may be substituted for 1 year of experience. Preferred Experience Epic electronic health record systems and 3M coding software Proficiency in EPIC Licenses and Certifications (CPC) CERT PROFESSIONAL CODER or (CMC) CERT MEDICAL CODER or (RHIT) REGD HEALTH INFO TECHNOLO or (RHIA) REGD HEALTH INFO ADMINIST or (CCA) Cert Coding Associate or (CCS) CERT CODING SPECIALIST JOB DUTIES Performs accurate and timely review of complex coding and abstracting of UTSW accounts utilizing ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, and CPT code sets as indicated and according to department procedures. Performs complex 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 and back-end coding denials Maintains a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease processes, coding guidelines, and teaching physician documentation guidelines through participation in continuing education programs. Maintains a thorough understanding of the intricacies of the various subspecialty care provided at UTSW, so work assignment adjustments can be made with little workflow disruption and coding coverage can be appropriately provided. 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 team work. 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. SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO 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.

Responsibilities

The Coding Specialist III codes and audits patient encounters to ensure accurate documentation and completes daily reconciliation. This role involves coding complex Cardiology procedures and maintaining compliance and reimbursement standards.