Medical Coding Technician

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois

. Review and analyze medical coding documentation to identify and correct discrepancies .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • Wisconsin • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $24 - $35 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical coding, including professional and hospital services, while applying AMA and CMS guidelines. Proficient in Epic billing systems and skilled in resolving coding discrepancies and claim denials.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)Epic Billing KnowledgeMedical Coding ExpertiseDenial ManagementProblem Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Medical CodingCoding Documentation ReviewClaims ScrubbingCoding Discrepancy ResolutionOutpatient CodingInpatient CodingCoding Guidelines ApplicationResearch SkillsRoot Cause AnalysisBilling Issue Resolution

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAnalytical Skills

Tools & Technologies

Epic Billing ModulesClaims-Scrubbing Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)Certified Professional Coder-Hospital (CPC-H)

Industry Keywords

AMA GuidelinesCMS PoliciesOutpatient ServicesInpatient ServicesProfessional Fee Coding

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and analyze medical coding documentation to identify and correct discrepancies
Resolve pre-bill claim edits from all areas and claims-scrubbing software
Query departmental staff and provide education when coding discrepancies arise
Research CMS policies for outpatient, inpatient, and professional fee coding and present findings
Solve complex billing and claim denial issues related to coding
Apply AMA, CMS, and contracted payer official coding guidelines
Apply professional, outpatient, and inpatient coding knowledge across clinic and hospital settings
Maintain knowledge of Epic billing, ambulatory, and hospital modules
Respond to customer concerns through coding reviews requested by other departments
Support coding functions at or above the Medical Coding 1 level
Collaborate to achieve departmental productivity goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School graduate or equivalent
Three years of experience coding professional or hospital services in an outpatient or clinic setting preferred
Knowledge of denial management preferred
Certified in professional or hospital coding (CPC, CPC-H) or other equivalent coding certification required
Problem solving skills
Excellent written/oral/interpersonal/communication skills
Analytical skills
Extensive research skills
Ability to identify root causes
Extensive knowledge of AMA, CMS, and contracted payer coding guidelines
In-depth knowledge of Epic billing, ambulatory, and hospital modules

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Disability Insurance
FSA/HSA Options
Generous, accruing paid time off
Paid Parental and caregiver leave
Career advancement and educational opportunities
Tuition and certification reimbursement
Certification Reimbursement
Well-being Programs
Employee Discounts
On-Demand Pay
Financial Education
Annual recognition/awards events
Partner appreciation days
Family entertainment/attractions discount
Community service/improvement opportunities