Coder Senior/UKHC

Coder Senior/UKHC at University of Kentucky Coder Senior/UKHC at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky Posted in 7 days ago.

Job Description:

University of Kentucky Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Coder Senior/UKHC Requisition Number RE53530 Working Title Coder Senior Department Name H4021: Revenue Management - Coding & Documentation Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 08 Salary Range $19.00-30.09/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 3 yrs 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. This position is fully remote. Job Summary The professional coding team is currently seeking a Coder Senior to provide standardization, quality, expertise and customer service focus to the UK Healthcare system. The Coder Senior 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 multispecialty 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 Coder Senior 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 enjoy working in a team-oriented environment and be able to communicate well with all patients and customer. This position is fully remote.

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 three years of paid, full-time medical coding experience. Deadline to Apply 03/16/2026 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. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. 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. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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• Do you currently possess at least one of the following certifications: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA); Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT); Certified Professional Coder (CPC); Certified Professional Coder-Apprentice (CPC-A); Certified Coding Specialist (CCS); and/or Certified Coding Associate (CCA)? Yes No
• Please indicate your years of paid work experience with medical coding and billing. None More than 0, up through 2 years More than 2 years, up through 3 years More than 3 years, up through 5 years More than 5 years
• Please describe an example of an instance in which you demonstrated excellent team-member behavior, including the situation and your specific actions. (Open Ended Question)
• Please describe in detail your billing and coding experience noting specific specialties.

(Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Salary:

$19.00