Medical Coding Analyst

Medical Coding Analyst

The University of New Mexico Student Health & Counseling clinic (SHAC) is recruiting for a knowledgeable, detail-oriented Medical Coding Analyst to coordinate the processing of fees for professional services provided to patients within a specified group of clinical areas, for the purpose of reimbursement. This position analyzes patient medical records to assure that documentation by providers conforms to legal and procedural requirements and assigns specified codes to medical diagnoses and/or clinical procedures. Additionally, this position interacts with physicians and other providers regarding billing and documentation policies and procedures. The Student Health & Counseling Center is located at the center of campus. The clinic provides comprehensive primary and mental health services and has a laboratory, x-ray, pharmacy, physical therapy, massage, acupuncture, case management, and health promotions on site. Other medical services provided are same day appointments, travel medicine, immunizations, and sports medicine.

Minimum Qualifications - High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications - Prior experience in medical coding and billing Experience in working with insurance claims and denials

Campus - Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department - Student Health and Counseling (037A)

Employment Type - Staff

Staff Type - Regular - Full-Time

Status - Non-Exempt

Pay - Hourly: $25.00 - $33.00 Depending on Education and Experience

Benefits Eligible - This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

ERB Statement - As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required - Yes

For Best Consideration Date - 9/18/2026

Eligible for Hiring Incentive - No

Eligible for Remote Work - No

Application Instructions - Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please include resume, cover letter, and three professional references.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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