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Fulltime Optum Medical Coding Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

CVS Health

Medical Scribe

Des Moines, IA

$15.25 - $20.75/hr

Assigning appropriate CPT and ICD-10 codes * Preparing After Visit Summaries * Consulting with ... Ability to work approximately 40-45 hours per week during clinic hours (full time position) with ...

Oak Street Health

Medical Scribe

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$17 - $28.46/hr

Assigning appropriate CPT and ICD-10 codes * Preparing After Visit Summaries * Consulting with ... Ability to work approximately 40-45 hours per week during clinic hours (full time position) with ...

Thedacare

Coder (Clinic - II)

Carroll, IA · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

Audits medical record documentation for completeness and accuracy. Educates and/or collaborates ... SCHEDULE : * Full time, benefit eligible * Remote coding position, yet preference for WI based ...

Thedacare

Coding Educator

Carroll, IA · On-site

$26.25 - $29.75/hr

Audits medical record documentation and educates providers on documentation improvement ... SCHEDULE : * Full time, benefit eligible * 40 hrs/week * Remote, ideally regular business hours

Thedacare

Coder (Clinic - III)

Carroll, IA · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

SCHEDULE : * Full time, benefit eligible * 40 hrs/week * Business hours (i.e 8:00am-5:00pm ... Coding certificate or associate's degree in medical business or coding/health information * Three ...

Trinity Health

Auditor Coding Specialist Remote

Des Moines, IA · On-site +1

$26.50 - $30.25/hr

Day Shift Description: Full-Time (80 hours biweekly) 100% Remote Coding Certification required ... Reviews patient medical records retrospectively and concurrently for the coding and sequencing of ...

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What is the difference between Fulltime Optum Medical Coding vs Medical Billing Specialist?

AspectFulltime Optum Medical CodingMedical Billing Specialist
CertificationsCertified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Associate (CCA)Generally no coding certifications required, focus on billing and claims processing
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, remote or onsite coding departmentsMedical offices, billing companies, remote or onsite billing departments
Job FocusAssigning accurate medical codes for diagnoses and proceduresPreparing and submitting insurance claims, managing billing processes
Industry UsageWidely used in healthcare organizations, insurance companiesCommon in healthcare practices, billing companies, insurance providers

Fulltime Optum Medical Coding involves assigning precise medical codes based on patient records, requiring coding certifications. Medical Billing Specialists focus on submitting claims and managing payments, often with less emphasis on coding certifications. Both roles are essential in healthcare revenue cycle management but differ in daily tasks and certification requirements.

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Coding Representative (Remote Eligible)

The University Of Iowa

Iowa City, IA • On-site, Remote

$45K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

University Of Iowa rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

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Job description

University of Iowa Health Care is recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States and 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.

University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Health Information Management, Coding and Abstracting Division is seeking an individual to join our team as a full-time Outpatient Medical Coder (Coding Representative) - Remote Eligible to assign ICD-10 codes and CPT codes for hospital outpatient surgery services and hospital observation service areas.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Review medical record documentation to assign accurate and complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis and CPT procedure codes for hospital surgical and observation services, in accordance with ICD-10 Official Coding Guidelines, regulatory guidelines, and coding compliance policies.
  • 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 on-site or virtually from the Hospital Support Services building at a length determined by the supervisor.  Remote eligibility will be evaluated upon satisfactory 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:

Patient Revenue Management - Review medical record documentation to assign correct diagnoses and CPT procedure codes.  Determine if billed data complies with documentation and regulatory requirements.

Operations and Performance Standards - Meet targets set by supervisor regarding productivity and accuracy. Identify trends and submit them to supervisor with opportunities for improvement. Identify potential process improvements including denial management. Contribute to new tools and processes that address underlying causes of incorrect payment.

Reporting - Prepare work list reports and other reports as directed.

Communication/Training - Communicate with providers, co-workers, supervisors and departments to resolve issues. May assist with or provide training to providers regarding documentation requirements. Participate in internal training.

Classification Title:  Coding Representative

Department:  Health Information Management

University Pay Grade:  2B https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/professional-and-scientific-pay-structure-b

Annual Salary:  $45,000 to Commensurate

Percent of Time:  100%, 40 hours per week

Staff Type:  Professional & Scientific

Work Schedule:  Monday through Friday, hours between 6:00 am and 6:00 pm with or 1-hour unpaid lunch.  Additional hours as needed.

Location: Hospital Support Services Building (HSSB), 3281 Ridgeway Drive, Coralville, IA  52241

Benefits Highlights:

  • https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits
  • Regular salaried position located in Coralville, Iowa
  • Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.

For questions or additional information, please contact:  Marian Biggins at 319-678-7711 or marian-biggins@uiowa.edu

For application questions, please contact:  TA-Support@uiowa.edu

Required Education:

Completion of a degree program in Health Information Management from AHIMA or medical coding certification program from AAPC and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Required Certification:

Requires Health Information Management certification such as RHIA or RHIT or coding certification (CCS, CCA or CPC, etc.) through a nationally recognized credentialing body (AHIMA or AAPC).  Must receive full certification within six months of hire.

Required Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of hospital outpatient ICD-10-CM and CPT medical coding
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
  • 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

Desired Qualifications:

  • 1-3 years of experience with hospital outpatient ICD-10-CM and CPT medical coding
  • Knowledge, understanding and experience with CMS regulations and industry standards
  • Knowledge and experience utilizing Epic
  • Knowledge and experience utilizing 3M (or equivalent) MS DRG/APR DRG encoder/analyzer software

Position and Application Details:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and education/credential verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For questions or additional information, please contact Marian Biggins at 319-678-7711 or marian-biggins@uiowa.edu

Applicant Resource Center - Need help submitting an application or accepting an offer? Support is available.  The 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
Compensation
  • Pay Level: 2B
  • Starting Salary Minimum: 45,000.00
Contact Information
  • Organization: Healthcare
  • Contact Name: biggins, marian
  • Contact Email: marian-biggins@uiowa.edu

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