For a 4th year in a row, Aspirus has been recognized as one of the top 15 Top Health Systems in the United States by IBM Watson in their annual study identifying the top-performing health systems in the country based on overall organizational performance.

**This position is eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus for part- and full-time positions.

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.

These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every.Single.Day.

The Process

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As a FINANCIAL OUTPATIENT CODER for Aspirus, Inc. you will assign ICD, CPT codes based on a review of the health care record documentation and application of professional coding standards and billing regulations. You also review and collects various health information data elements for patient care, statistical, financial and research purposes while maintaining confidentiality of all health information.

This position has the ability to work at any Aspirus facility or remote.

• Reviews outpatient health records and assigns ICD diagnosis and procedure codes according to professional practice standards to insure accurate DRG assignment and reimbursement.
  • This involves a wide variety of medical specialties and clinical services and requires translation of the documentation into a corresponding code that captures and describes the patient's condition and services provided.
• Coordinates with Clinic Coders for accurate charge entry and to assure compliance with bundled services regulations (e.g., 72-hour rule).
• Reviews outpatient records and assigns Evaluation and Management (E&M) codes to specified patient populations.
• Issues physician query forms to clarify the documentation for accurate code assignments.
• Abstracts patient medical records for use in statistical studies obtaining information such as attending physician, surgeon, and special study codes to insure a complete and accurate HIS database.
• Screens medical records for compliance with pre-approved criteria for a variety of medical staff/quality management reviews.
• Applies technical medical record knowledge to various data gathering and analysis projects.
• Assists in noncomplex qualitative analysis of discharge patient records for diagnosis and reimbursement purposes.

Experience/Qualifications/Licensure

• Prior working experience with Outpatient Procedural Coding experience is desired.
• Knowledge of coding practices normally acquired through completion of an Associate Degree in Health Information Management or Healthcare Business Services, or an equivalent program with emphasis in coding required.
• RHIT OR AAPC accreditation and/or certification in coding by a recognized professional organization is required within 18 months of date of hire.
• Possess a high level of interpersonal skills, resourcefulness, and initiative.

Employee Benefits

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• PTO accrual from day one!
• Generous retirement plan with match available for all positions.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus is a non-profit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin. With more than 11,000 employees, Aspirus serves communities in northern and central Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. The system includes four hospitals in Michigan and 13 hospitals in Wisconsin, 75 clinics, home health and hospice care, pharmacies, critical care and helicopter transport, medical goods, nursing homes, high-quality affiliated physicians and a health insurance company.

Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our patients, visitors, staff, and communities, Aspirus Health, requires COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. Staff at any work site or remote location, regardless of clinical responsibility or patient contact, are required to comply.

Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.