Coding Representative - Professional Coding Division; PCD - Patient Financial Services

Overview

University of Iowa Health Care’s Professional Coding Division is seeking a Coding Representative to assign ICD-10-CM codes and CPT codes for professional facility outpatient services and professional hospital inpatient services. The role supports a culture of service excellence and requires accurate, clear communication with clinic personnel, physicians, and other health care professionals while upholding patient rights and confidentiality.

• Review medical records to assign CPT/HCPCS and/or ICD-10-CM diagnosis and procedure codes in accordance with internal policies, coding guidelines, and regulations.
• Monitor compliance and coding standards to ensure full and accurate reimbursement in compliance with HIPAA and applicable rules.
• Communicate with physicians, residents, and staff when additional information is needed or when documentation does not support the recommended coded service.
• Meet departmental targets regarding volume and accuracy of codes assigned.
• Adopt and incorporate initiatives that improve compliance and reduce risk for the institution.
• Assist in providing and analyzing reports related to documentation issues, coding patterns, physician productivity, reimbursement trends, etc.
• Participate in internal coding and development training as needed.

• Knowledge of professional/physician coding rules; experience with ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, NCCI, NCD, LCD, and outpatient coding guidelines.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Proficiency with standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong time management and prioritization abilities.
• Ability to handle complex and ambiguous situations with minimal supervision.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education and/or experience.
• Certifications:
  
  RHIT, RHIA, CPC, CPC-A, or equivalent (AHIMA or AAPC).

• At least one year of medical coding and/or billing experience.
• Knowledge of coding and billing for teaching settings; familiarity with HIPAA and CMS requirements.
• Experience with Epic; familiarity with UI Health Care’s Patient Financial Services functions.
• Ability to work independently in remote settings with strong organization, communication, and attention to detail.

This position is eligible for remote work; training may be onsite or via hybrid. Remote eligibility will be evaluated after training, with annual policy reviews and travel considerations as appropriate. Equipment provisions: onsite, hybrid, and remote options with monitor and laptop configurations as described by department policy.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 5:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (full-time).

Pay Grade: 2B

Percent of Time: 100%

To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File”:
Resume (required) and optional Cover Letter. Successful candidates will undergo background checks, credential verification, and provide up to 5 professional references later in the process. A work arrangement form will be completed at the start of employment, with annual reviews of remote work arrangements.

For questions, contact Veronica Clark at veronica-clark.

• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Coding Representative
• Department:
  Professional Coding Division (Patient Financial Services)
• Staff Type:
  Professional & Scientific
• Location:
  
  University of Iowa Health Care