Hospital And ProFee Inpatient Coder

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At Wipfli, people count.

At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do—the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.

We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.

People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.

Responsibilities:

  • Reviews patient charts, documents for verification and review code assignment in accordance with official coding guidelines.
  • Ensures codes are sequenced according to government and insurance regulations.
  • Assigns or validates discharge disposition and POA indicators.
  • Abstracts and enters the coded data for hospital statistical and reporting requirements.
  • Researches and analyzes data needs for reimbursement.
  • Researches, analyzes and responds to inquiries regarding compliance, inappropriate coding, denials, and billable services.
  • Maintains 95% coding accuracy rate and maintains site designated productivity standards.
  • Coding for other areas of the team such as outpatient or professional services as needed.

Desired Skills:

Proven high quality skills in accurately sequencing and assigning:

  • ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes.
  • Identifying MDC/CC conditions for optimal MS-DRG assignments
  • Additional knowledge of APR-DRGs/EAPGs a plus but not required.
  • Compliant query writing utilizing the AHIMA/ACIDS published 2022 guidelines.
  • Strong awareness of HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications:

  • Recognized coding credential from AHIMA or AAPC; and RHIA or RHIT may also be considered.
  • Coding Certifications; preferred (CPC and/or CCS).
  • 3-5+ years of work experience as a Medical Coder in both facility and professional coding setting required.
  • Preferred setting experience in coding for Acute Care Hospitals, Critical Access Hospitals, Clinics, Rural Health Clinics, Federally Qualified Healthcare Centers.
  • Excels at organizing and prioritizing workload and deadlines with high quality and accuracy.
  • Proficient computer skills and working with coding software.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at hr@wipfli.com

Wipfli supports equal pay for equal work and values each candidate’s unique experiences and skill sets. The estimated pay range for this position is: $17.00/hr to $28.00/hr. Compensation within the range is determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, location, individuals' skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications, business needs and applicable employment laws.
Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, subject to participation rules and based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual and Firm performance.
Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), dental and vision coverage, opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution, well-being incentive, education & certification assistance, flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, family formation benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and travel rewards. Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D. Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation, position status/level and location. Wipfli offers flexibility for many positions to be performed remotely; please discuss your work preferences with your recruiter during the interview process.

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Our commitment:

We invest in the growth of all our associates through ongoing education and career development. To learn more about how we invest in you, see our learning and development page.

We also invest in a strong work-life balance by providing benefits, such as flexible time off and wellness programs. We provide health, vision and dental insurance, generous family leave, flexible work options, 401(k) contributions and paid time off and holidays.

What you can expect:

If your resume is a fit for the position, a recruiter will reach out to you for an initial conversation so we can tell you more about Wipfli and the benefits of working here. We don’t just expect you to just answer our questions. We encourage you to ask us about Wipfli to see if we’re a good fit for you.

Employee Benefits

We also back up our mission to provide a strong work-life balance with great benefits, FTO, wellness benefits and programs to encourage a healthy lifestyle.

  • Medical travel benefits:
    Travel benefits to give associates across the country equitable access to quality care across a broad spectrum of needs
  • Family formation benefits:
    Maternity and paternity leave, surrogacy and adoption benefits, and fertility services benefits
  • Gender-affirming care benefits:
    Resources and benefits to help associates receive gender identity affirming interventions and therapies
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Flexible time off

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