Remote Eligible Coding Coordinator

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3-5 years of experience with ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding
• 3-5 years of experience working with medical records
• Knowledge and experience utilizing Epic, 3M^TM (or equivalent) MS DRG/APR DRG/APC encoder/analyzer software
• Knowledge, understanding and experience with CMS regulations, standards of The Joint Commission and other accrediting bodies and medical record documentation requirements
• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology
• Must be proficient in computer software applications (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite)
• Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills to provide outstanding customer service and support a “Service Excellence” environment working with a diverse professional and patient population
• Requires HIM certification as RHIT or RHIA or coding certification (i.e. CCS) through nationally recognized credentialing body

Desired Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of experience with ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding
• 5-7 years of experience working with medical records
• Previous coding auditing experience
• Previous coding experience at an Academic Medical Center (AMC)
• 6 months to 1 year of supervisory experience
• Experience with DRG third party review and appeal process
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics

In order to be considered for interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:

·     Resume

·     Cover Letter

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 credential/education verification.  Up to five professional references may be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, 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!

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.