Coder 2

Company: University of Utah
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: May 2, 2025

Job Description:

Coder 2

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Job Summary

University Medical Billing (UMB) is a fully remote department that is viewed as the premier billing office for the University of Utah School of Medicine, serving over 1,800 providers and 30 different specialties across Utah and surrounding states. We strive to be a great place to work while providing the best service to our customers. Our leaders and employees value collaboration, innovation, and accountability, and believe a successful candidate will exemplify these attributes too.

We are looking for an experienced Medical Coder 2 to join our team. As a Coder 2, you will utilize coding knowledge to assign CPT and ICD-10 codes for abstracting, coding, and interpreting of outpatient clinic and provider services for professional and/or facility billing while ensuring compliance with all regulatory and reimbursement rules and regulations. Additionally, Level 2 Coders mentor and assist in the training of Level 1 Coders and provide feedback to providers and clinic managers on billing-related issues. Candidates need to have a nationally recognized coding certification and 2 years coding, clinical, or billing experience OR equivalency of 3 years coding experience is required.

Compensation & Benefits
The starting hourly rate for this position is $23 - $25/hr, depending on experience. Members of UMB are eligible for a bonus based on department performance. All team members are eligible for the University's comprehensive benefit package that includes 90% employer-paid medical insurance, a generous 14.2% retirement contribution, reduced tuition, PTO and holiday pay, and more!

Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and the adherence to departmental policies, including UMB's Telecommuting Agreement which requires a distraction-free and HIPAA compliant workplace, cameras on for all virtual calls/meetings, and the ability to work during office hours or assigned shift (M-F, approximately 8am to 5pm Mountain Time) regardless of what time zone you live in. Additionally, new hires are required to provide their own monitors (two) and reliable internet service.

Responsibilities
Essential Functions Multi-specialty Coding 70% Review charges and report on missing, incomplete, or inconsistent documentation by contacting appropriate personnel.
Review, abstract, and code multiple/subspecialty services and assign appropriate coding classification.
Utilize internal and external coding resources and processes to accurately and fully code the episode of care for inpatient and outpatient settings.
Practice the resolution of coding and charging issues captured by edits in the various Epic work queues.
Interpret and apply basic regulatory guidelines to coding and reimbursement decisions.
Abstract required medical and administrative data, verifying applicable care providers, medical record number, account number, visit times and dates



Participate in meetings with providers, hospital staff, and clinic managers to provide feedback on coding related issues. 20% Present information and assist in coding/billing training efforts.
Provider Onboarding. Quarterly coding/billing meetings among multiple surgical groups i.e. (reviewing notes, presenting cases, and meeting minutes).

Assists with other department coding needs as requested, such as mentoring L1 Coders. 10%
Meet department and individual productivity expectations. Complete other relevant duties as assigned.
This is a general job description and is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.



Minimum Qualifications
American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) recognized certification such as: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Professional Coder-Hospital (CPC-H), Certified Professional Coder-Payer (CPC-P), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist - Physician Based (CCS- P), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or other specialty certification indicated by the department, OR 3 years coding experience required or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).

AND an additional 2 years of coding, clinical, or billing experience required.

Departments may prefer specific certifications over others.

Basic knowledge of clinical documentation requirements related to regulatory and reimbursement rules and regulations, health insurance processing, proficiency with computer software such as Microsoft Word and Excel, and effective human relations and communication skills are also required.

Incumbents qualifying for this position under the equivalency requirement, without certification, may be required to obtain an American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) recognized certification within 6 months of hire.

This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients.

Preferences
An especially qualified candidate will also possess the following: High school education or equivalent
Minimum 1 year working in medical billing
Preferred 1 year of coding experience
AHIMA or AAPC Certification required
Proven experience working from home effectively




Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It's not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.


Special Instructions
While UMB is a remote department and this role will be performed remotely, interested applicants should note the following:

This role is expected to work during UMB office hours which are Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm Mountain Time.
The University of Utah is committed to providing jobs to individuals located in Utah, and sees remote roles like this as an opportunity to provide amazing employment opportunities to those living in remote areas of the state. As such, Utah-based applicants may be prioritized in the screening process.
At this time, the University of Utah is unable to employ individuals living in California, Colorado, New York, Oregon, or Washington.



Requisition Number: PRN41752B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: UMB Office Hours; M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm Mountain Time
Department: 00209 - Univ Medical Billing - Oper
Location: Other
Pay Rate Range: $23.00-$25.00 per hour
Close Date: 6/28/2025
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/181651




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