Coding Specialist II
About The Position
Gundersen Health System is seeking a detail‑oriented Coding Specialist II o support accurate outpatient hospital coding and ensure compliance with ICD‑10‑CM, CPT, and HCPCS guidelines. In this role, you will review medical record documentation, assign appropriate codes, apply modifiers, and use standard query processes to clarify clinical information. Your work directly supports correct billing, reporting, and quality data. Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest’s most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- 6 months coding experience OR RHIA/RHIT candidate within 3 months of program completion
- Must obtain within 12 months (if applicable): RHIA or RHITor for CPC/CCA applicants: CCS, COC, or CIC
Nice To Haves
- Medical Coding, HIT, or HIA program completion desired!
- 3–4 years hospital coding experience is a plus!
- Experience with EHRs, encoders, outpatient guidelines, CMS observation rules, APC optimization
Responsibilities
- Review outpatient hospital records and assign correct ICD‑10‑CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes
- Follow official coding guidelines and ethical standards (AHIMA, AAPC)
- Validate documentation and issue provider queries when needed
- Abstract required data for reporting and compliance
- Participate in coding quality reviews
- Maintain certification and stay updated on coding guidelines
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Life, HSA/FSA)
- 401k + employer retirement contribution
- Work/life balance
- Tuition reimbursement + professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
