Position Description:

Every day, in ways both big and small, the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is impacting lives for the better. MCW ... changemaking for a healthier Wisconsin.

As a Coding Specialist I in Clinical Practice Services, perform coding and related duties using established billing office policies in an accurate and timely manner. Coordinates professional service billings for selected clinical departments.
This role is 100% work from home.

Responsibilities:

CHARGE PROCESSING

• Assignment or verification of CPT, ICD-10 CM coding and modifiers based upon documentation. (Radiology, EKG, or other basic CPT/ICD-10 coding)
• Resolve edits for electronic charges, following established policies and procedures to ensure that all data elements (claim requirements - CPT, ICD-10 CM, modifiers, provider, billing area, etc.) are applied.
• Charge Entry as needed.

RECONCILIATION OF CHARGES:

• Monitor charge flow and act as a liaison with managers, department administrators and other billing personnel to assure consistent and accurate charge flow. Work with clinic staff and physicians regarding missing or unclear information that is required for billing.

PROVIDER EDUCATION

• Maintain understanding all Teaching Physician and provider documentation policies.
• Note and address trends in provider documentation that may impact coding and billing.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

• Understanding of medical insurance guidelines and governmental policies.
• Progressive computer skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the team and department staff (including administrative staff and faculty). Meet or exceed established production rate and performance standards.

Preferred Schedule:

Position Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis

Minimum Required Education: High School diploma

Minimum Required Experience: 1 year of related coding and/or health care experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification: Coding certification preferred (CPC, CPC-A, CCS-P, CCA, RHIT or RHIA)

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Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

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Eastern Wisconsin is a vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. MCW is intent on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and faculty body that reflects the community we serve. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, thought, and perspectives to advance excellence in science and medicine. MCW is a welcoming campus community with a strong culture of collaboration, partnership, and engagement with our surrounding community. For more information, please visit our institutional website at .