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November 15, 2024
University of Kentucky
Lexington
FULL TIME
Coder Associate/UKHC
Posting Details
Job Title
Coder Associate/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE48156
Working Title
Coder Associate
Department Name
H4021: Revenue Management - Coding & Documentation
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
07
Salary Range
$17.50-27.31/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
AA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Professional Coder – Apprentice (CPC-A), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
Physical Requirements
This position requires regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Some job-related travel may also be involved (less than 10% of time).
Shift
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Other days/times as needed by department.
Job Summary
The Professional Coding team is currently seeking a Coder Associate to provide standardization, quality, expertise and customer service focus to the UK Healthcare system. The Coder Associate will have frequent contact with customers/patients, faculty, physicians, vendors, and University personnel.
Primary responsibilities will include performing highly technical professional billing and coding, correlating multi specialty coding, and ensuring adherence to all regulatory billing and coding guidelines. This position will also be required to maintain an excellent working relationship with customers and provide cross-coverage as needed. The Coding Associate must also manage CEUs (continuing education credits) to maintain required credentials.
This position will require the ability to sit at a computer for extended periods of time and work in a fast-paced environment. The qualified individual must be able to communicate with a diverse patient/customer population.
This is a remote work position.
This is a remote work position.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Attention to detail; accuracy; knowledge of CPT and ICD-10, coding and billing software, HIPAA, and regulatory compliance; and time management skills.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Associate degree and at least one year of paid, full-time medical coding experience preferred.
Deadline to Apply
11/24/2024
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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