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Certified Anesthesia Coder Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

CRNA-Mayfair

Wauwatosa, WI ยท On-site

$136.38 - $220.42/hr

Delivers anesthesia care including induction, maintenance, support of life functions, and emergence ... Substantiates and submits professional services consistent with compliant coding and billing ...

WI ยท On-site

$180 - $210/hr

In this role, you will provide safe, high-quality anesthesia care for patients undergoing ... Knowledge of regulatory and licensing requirements, including documentation standards, coding ...

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How much do certified anesthesia coder jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for certified anesthesia coder in Wisconsin is $25.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.79 and $29.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a certified anesthesia coder?

A Certified Anesthesia Coder is a medical coding professional who specializes in accurately assigning codes to anesthesia procedures and services for billing and insurance purposes. They are knowledgeable about anesthesia coding guidelines, modifiers, and documentation requirements. Certification demonstrates their expertise and ensures that anesthesia providers receive appropriate reimbursement while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a certified anesthesia coder?

To thrive as a Certified Anesthesia Coder, you need a comprehensive understanding of medical coding principles, anesthesia coding guidelines, and a relevant certification such as the Certified Anesthesia and Pain Management Coder (CANPC) credential. Experience with coding software, healthcare billing systems, and knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes is typically required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help ensure accuracy and collaboration with medical staff. These skills and qualifications are crucial for minimizing claim denials, ensuring compliance, and optimizing reimbursement for anesthesia services.

What are some common challenges faced by certified anesthesia coders in their daily work?

Certified Anesthesia Coders often encounter complex documentation and must be well-versed in anesthesia coding guidelines, modifiers, and time reporting. A major challenge is ensuring accuracy when interpreting physician notes and translating them into the correct codes, as errors can lead to claim denials or compliance issues. Additionally, staying updated with frequent regulatory changes and payer-specific requirements is essential. Teamwork with anesthesia providers and billing staff is key to resolving discrepancies and ensuring accurate, timely reimbursements.

What is the difference between Certified Anesthesia Coder vs Certified Medical Coder?

AspectCertified Anesthesia CoderCertified Medical Coder
CertificationsSpecialized anesthesia coding credentials (e.g., CPC, CCS-P)General coding certifications (e.g., CPC, CCS)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, anesthesia practicesHospitals, clinics, physician offices
Industry UsageFocused on anesthesia procedures and billingBroader medical billing across specialties

The main difference is that Certified Anesthesia Coders specialize in anesthesia coding and billing, requiring specific knowledge of anesthesia procedures, while Certified Medical Coders handle a wide range of medical coding tasks across various healthcare settings. Both roles require similar certifications but focus on different areas of medical billing.

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Posted 8 days ago


Job description

RNA-Mayfair

Locations: Aurora Medical Center Grafton - 975 Port Washington

Job Requisition Id: R186612

Department: 04020 AMG Specialist Group: Anesthesiology - Anesthesiology

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Mayfair only

Pay Range $99.75 - $159.60

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides all elements of pre-anesthesia, anesthesia and post-anesthesia services including general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care consistent with anesthesia plan and in collaboration with the surgeon/anesthesiologist/surgical team.

Manages conditions based on clinical indication, evidence-based care, cost effectiveness, and assessment of risks/benefits and alternatives.

Participates in preoperative evaluation including but not limited to assessment, exam, obtaining informed consent, ordering/administering preโ€‘medications, requesting and/or review of preoperative studies.

Ensures readiness and availability of equipment, supplies and medications to perform the planned anesthetic.

Delivers anesthesia care including induction, maintenance, support of life functions, and emergence from anesthesia.

Selects, obtains, and administers the necessary anesthetics, adjuvant drugs, fluids, and temperature regulating devices to manage the anesthetic, assesses response, and intervene as needed.

Performs postโ€‘anesthesia duties including remaining with the patient and facilitating safe transfer of care to other qualified individuals; administering postโ€‘operative epidural pain relief and other postโ€‘operative analgesia in collaboration with the surgeon; and making postโ€‘anesthetic visits regarding the presence or absence of anesthesia related complications.

Manage emergency situations by assessing, stabilizing, and determining disposition of patients, including providing advanced airway management, administration of emergency drugs and fluids, and using basic and advanced cardiac life support techniques.

Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record. Substantiates and submits professional services consistent with compliant coding and billing practices.

Other responsibilities:

Participates in quality, safety and peer review initiatives/performance activities, organizational and/or departmental meetings and committees, peer review, and workgroups as necessary.

Participates in education and/or onboarding of new team members, students, and other health care professionals.

Seeks experiences to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and advance the profession within and outside of the organization.

Maintains standards of productivity, access, faceโ€‘toโ€‘face time, and quality metrics to ensure optimal, safe and timely patient care delivery.

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her ageโ€‘specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Ageโ€‘specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

License/Registration/Certification Required:

Active RN, and APRN/APRN-FPA/APNP or other APRN license(s) in state(s) of practice, AND

Active national board certification as CRNA by nationally certifying board (NBCRNA).

Active DEA registration prior to hire

If Illinois practice: active Illinois Controlled Substance License prior to hire

Active ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by clinical site/practice and/or role prior to or within 6 months of hire

Education Required: Masterโ€™s Degree in Nursing

Experience Required: No experience required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency, and excellent decisionโ€‘making skills.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team.

Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving technology and proficiency with the electronic medical record.

Excellent communication skills. Ability to effectively collaborate with and establish/build relationships with others.

Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Must have functional vision and hearing.

Must be able to: - Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.

- Lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.

- Carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.

- Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.

- Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.

Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.

Will be exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids.

Will be required to wear gloves, goggles and gowns on an asโ€‘needed basis.

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently during work shift.

Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.

Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and wellโ€‘being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

  • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., fullโ€‘time, partโ€‘time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the thirdโ€‘largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and valueโ€‘based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nationโ€™s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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