Flexible Medical Billing Abstractor & Coder I

Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago; Burr Ridge (IL); Hybrid; USD 36,726 - 53,753; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago is seeking an Abstractor/Coder to manage billing and compliance activities. Responsibilities include coding medical procedures, analyzing denial reports, and educating staff on coding issues. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of medical terminology and coding guidelines, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers flexible work arrangements and a pay range of $26.66 – $39.02 per hour. A High School Diploma and relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of evaluation and management coding guidelines is preferred.
• Experience with electronic billing and medical record systems is required.
• Experience in academic medical centers or large hospitals is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and code medical procedures, diagnoses, and physician visits.
• Analyze denial and rejection reports, and appeal them if necessary.
• Educate physicians and staff on coding issues and documentation.

Skills

Medical terminology knowledge

ICD and CPT coding knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal relationship management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2–4 years of experience in healthcare billing

RHIA or RHIT certification preferred

Tools

Epic

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Adobe

Job description

The Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago is seeking an Abstractor/Coder to manage billing and compliance activities. Responsibilities include coding medical procedures, analyzing denial reports, and educating staff on coding issues. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of medical terminology and coding guidelines, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers flexible work arrangements and a pay range of $26.66 – $39.02 per hour. A High School Diploma and relevant experience are required.