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

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.

We are seeking a FACILITY OUTPATIENT CODER. This individual has the ability to work at any Aspirus facility or remote. This individual will assign ICD, CPT codes based on a review of the health care record documentation and application of professional coding standards and billing regulations. Review and collects various health information data elements for patient care, statistical, financial and research purposes. Maintains confidentiality of health information.

Hours: This position is Full Time; 1.0 FTE or 40 hours per week.

Experience/Qualifications/Licensure

• Prior working experience with Outpatient Procedural Coding experience including ICD10 PCS is REQUIRED.
• 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.
• Previous applicable experience beneficial.
• RHIT 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.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus Wausau Hospital is the flagship of the Aspirus system that serves patients in 14 counties across northern and central Wisconsin, as well as the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. It is a licensed private/not-for-profit facility with 325 beds and staffed by 350 physicians in 35 specialties. Aspirus Wausau Hospital is a Level II trauma center that provides primary, secondary and tertiary care services as a regional referral center. Specialty referral service emphasis exists in cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery, orthopedics and cancer. The hospital has an average daily inpatient census of 220 with approximately 15,000 admissions per year. Outpatient visits exceed 50,000 and there are also more than 24,000 annual emergency department visits.

Best known for its world-class cardiovascular program, Aspirus Wausau Hospital also provides leading edge cancer, trauma, women’s health, and spine and neurological care.

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

Aspirus has a COVID-19 vaccination policy to safeguard the health and well-being of our employees, our patients, and our communities. All employees based in the U.S. are required to provide proof of vaccination, unless the employee has an Aspirus-approved reasonable accommodation or as otherwise required by law.

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

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

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