Coding Representative (Remote Eligible)
Coding Representative (Remote Eligible)
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
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Coding Representative (Remote Eligible), Health Information Management (HIM), University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Department of Health Information Management, Hospital Support Services Building (HSSB), 3281 Ridgeway Drive, Coralville, IA 52241
Classification Title: Coding Representative
Department: Health Information Management, University of Iowa Health Care (HSSB, Coralville)
Pay Grade: 2B
Salary: Minimum advanced starting salary of $43,000 for non-credentialed coding staff; $45,000 for credentialed coding staff (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, etc.)
Percent of Time: 100%
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., or negotiable hours Mon.-Fri.
Location: Hospital Support Services Building (HSSB) in Coralville, Iowa
Staff Type: Professional & Scientific
Type of Position: Regular
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics – recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States – is Iowa’s only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day, more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
Job Summary
Review medical records to assign accurate and complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes for hospital inpatient stays. Adopt and incorporate initiatives that improve compliance and reduce risks to the institution.
This position is eligible to participate in remote work and applicants who wish to work remotely will be considered. Training will be held either ONSITE or via ZOOM from the HSSB building at a length determined by the supervisor. Remote eligibility will be evaluated upon satisfactory job training. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.
Key Areas Of Responsibilities
The Coding Representative position is part of the Revenue Cycle Family. For more information, please review the classification information.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. For questions, contact Marian Biggins at marian-biggins@uiowa.edu.
Applicant Resource Center –
Need help submitting an application or accepting an offer? Support is available!
Our Applicant Resource Center is now open in the Fountain Lobby at the Main Hospital.
Hours
Tuesdays & Thursdays 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Or by appointment
Contact TAHealthCareSupport@healthcare.uiowa.edu to schedule a time to visit.
Additional Information
Classification Title: Coding Representative
Department: Health Information Management, University of Iowa Health Care (HSSB, Coralville)
Pay Grade: 2B
Salary: Minimum advanced starting salary of $43,000 for non-credentialed coding staff; $45,000 for credentialed coding staff (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, etc.)
Percent of Time: 100%
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., or negotiable hours Mon.-Fri.
Location: Hospital Support Services Building (HSSB) in Coralville, Iowa
Staff Type: Professional & Scientific
Type of Position: Regular
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics – recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States – is Iowa’s only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day, more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
Job Summary
Review medical records to assign accurate and complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes for hospital inpatient stays. Adopt and incorporate initiatives that improve compliance and reduce risks to the institution.
This position is eligible to participate in remote work and applicants who wish to work remotely will be considered. Training will be held either ONSITE or via ZOOM from the HSSB building at a length determined by the supervisor. Remote eligibility will be evaluated upon satisfactory job training. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.
Key Areas Of Responsibilities
- Review medical records to accurately assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes consistent with coding compliance policies, Official Coding Guidelines and regulatory guidelines.
- Meet and exceed targets regarding volume and accuracy of codes assigned.
- Communicate with physicians, residents, staff and other providers when additional information is needed for accurate code assignment.
The Coding Representative position is part of the Revenue Cycle Family. For more information, please review the classification information.
- Please note in regard to references: Five (5) professional references will be requested and required at a later step in the recruitment process. ***
- Completion of a diploma or degree program in Health Information Management or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Knowledge of hospital inpatient ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS medical coding
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Must be proficient in computer software applications (i.e., Microsoft Office)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail with accuracy to achieve or exceed organizational and individual performance goals
- Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives
- Requires HIM certification such as RHIA or RHIT or coding certification (i.e. CCS) through a nationally recognized credentialing body
- Must receive full certification within six months of hire
- 1-3 years of experience with hospital inpatient ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS medical coding
- Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
- Knowledge, understanding and experience with CMS regulations and industry standards
- Knowledge and experience utilizing Epic, 3M (or equivalent) MS DRG/APR DRG encoder/analyzer software
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. For questions, contact Marian Biggins at marian-biggins@uiowa.edu.
Applicant Resource Center –
Need help submitting an application or accepting an offer? Support is available!
Our Applicant Resource Center is now open in the Fountain Lobby at the Main Hospital.
Hours
Tuesdays & Thursdays 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Or by appointment
Contact TAHealthCareSupport@healthcare.uiowa.edu to schedule a time to visit.
Additional Information
- Classification Title: Coding Representative
- Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
- Schedule: Full-time
- Work Modality Options: Remote within Iowa
- Pay Level: 2B
- Starting Salary Minimum: 45,000.00
- Organization: Healthcare
- Contact Name: Marian Biggins
- Contact Email: marian-biggins@uiowa.edu
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