Coding Specialist III
UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, United States
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
Job Summary Works under general supervision to perform complex coding activities in a manner that meets productivity and quality standards as established by the coding leadership.
Shift and Work From Home
Shift: 8‑hour flex shift, Monday through Friday
Work From Home (WFH): This is a WFH position. Additional details shall be discussed during the interview.
Benefits
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare—no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Required Experience and Education
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: 6 years coding experience. A coding certification or billing/coding diploma may be substituted for 1 year of experience.
Preferred
Experience with Epic electronic health record systems and 3M coding software; proficiency in EPIC
Licenses and Certifications: CPC (Cert Professional Coder), CMC (Cert Medical Coder), RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician), RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator), CCA (Cert Coding Associate), CCS (Cert Coding Specialist)
Job Duties
Performs accurate and timely review of complex coding and abstracting of UTSW accounts utilizing ICD‑10‑CM, HCPCS, and CPT code sets as indicated and according to department procedures.
Performs complex coding activities in a manner that meets productivity and quality standards as established by the coding leadership.
Ability to review and resolve front‑end charge review coding edits and back‑end coding denials.
Maintains a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease processes, coding guidelines, and teaching physician documentation guidelines through participation in continuing education programs.
Maintains a thorough understanding of the intricacies of the various subspecialty care provided at UTSW, so work assignment adjustments can be made with little workflow disruption and coding coverage can be appropriately provided.
May lead, train and/or mentor the work of lower level designated coding employees to ensure quality of work and growth in knowledge and expertise.
Assists in upholding coding team expectations of effective communications, including customer service standards, professionalism, operating procedures, processes, and other team strategies and goals.
Assists in promoting a culture of support, continuous learning, and teamwork.
Adheres to all UTSW and departmental policies and procedures to include the Remote Coding Agreement where applicable.
May support multiple specialties in a hybrid role as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Security and EEO Statement Security : This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO : UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Other Information Primary Location: Texas‑Dallas‑5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Work Locations: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Job: Insurance/Billing
Organization: 713002 - MG Rev Cyc Front End
Schedule: Full‑time
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Posting: Mar 25, 2026, 6:04:09 PM
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Summary Works under general supervision to perform complex coding activities in a manner that meets productivity and quality standards as established by the coding leadership.
Shift and Work From Home
Shift: 8‑hour flex shift, Monday through Friday
Work From Home (WFH): This is a WFH position. Additional details shall be discussed during the interview.
Benefits
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare—no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Required Experience and Education
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: 6 years coding experience. A coding certification or billing/coding diploma may be substituted for 1 year of experience.
Preferred
Experience with Epic electronic health record systems and 3M coding software; proficiency in EPIC
Licenses and Certifications: CPC (Cert Professional Coder), CMC (Cert Medical Coder), RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician), RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator), CCA (Cert Coding Associate), CCS (Cert Coding Specialist)
Job Duties
Performs accurate and timely review of complex coding and abstracting of UTSW accounts utilizing ICD‑10‑CM, HCPCS, and CPT code sets as indicated and according to department procedures.
Performs complex coding activities in a manner that meets productivity and quality standards as established by the coding leadership.
Ability to review and resolve front‑end charge review coding edits and back‑end coding denials.
Maintains a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease processes, coding guidelines, and teaching physician documentation guidelines through participation in continuing education programs.
Maintains a thorough understanding of the intricacies of the various subspecialty care provided at UTSW, so work assignment adjustments can be made with little workflow disruption and coding coverage can be appropriately provided.
May lead, train and/or mentor the work of lower level designated coding employees to ensure quality of work and growth in knowledge and expertise.
Assists in upholding coding team expectations of effective communications, including customer service standards, professionalism, operating procedures, processes, and other team strategies and goals.
Assists in promoting a culture of support, continuous learning, and teamwork.
Adheres to all UTSW and departmental policies and procedures to include the Remote Coding Agreement where applicable.
May support multiple specialties in a hybrid role as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Security and EEO Statement Security : This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO : UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Other Information Primary Location: Texas‑Dallas‑5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Work Locations: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Job: Insurance/Billing
Organization: 713002 - MG Rev Cyc Front End
Schedule: Full‑time
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Posting: Mar 25, 2026, 6:04:09 PM
#J-18808-Ljbffr