Medical Coder III

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Warrenville (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Warrenville is seeking a Medical Coder III. This senior-level role involves ensuring precise coding of diagnoses and procedures, mentoring junior coders, and maintaining compliance with coding guidelines. The ideal candidate will have extensive coding experience, relevant certifications, and a commitment to accuracy in healthcare documentation. Join a team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings

Health Savings Account options

Retirement plans with company match

Paid Time Off

Community involvement opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of coding experience, especially with ICD-10-CM and CPT coding.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - AAPC, Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - AHIMA.

Responsibilities

• Assign accurate diagnostic and procedural codes to medical records.
• Lead internal audits of medical records and coding work.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to resolve coding questions.

Skills

ICD-10-CM

CPT

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$26.61 - $39.92 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Medical Coder III
• Location: Warrenville, IL
• Full Time
• Hours: Monday-Friday, [hours and flexible work schedules]

A Brief Overview:

The Medical Coder III is a senior-level position responsible for ensuring precise coding of diagnoses and procedures in compliance with established coding guidelines and regulations. This role is vital for maintaining financial accuracy and regulatory compliance within our institution.

What you will do:

• Assign accurate diagnostic (ICD-10-CM) and procedural (CPT) codes to medical records, demonstrating advanced proficiency in complex coding scenarios.
• Lead and conduct internal audits of medical records and coding work to ensure accuracy and consistency, providing guidance and feedback to junior coders.
• Analyze clinical documentation and collaborate with physicians and staff to clarify and improve documentation for accurate coding.
• Stay current with coding guidelines, conventions, and regulatory changes, sharing knowledge with the team.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to resolve coding questions and discrepancies, ensuring accurate code assignment.
• Ensure coding practices comply with healthcare regulations and HIPAA standards.
• Generate coding reports and summaries to identify accuracy, trends, and areas for improvement.
• Mentor and train junior coders to develop their skills and understanding of best practices.
• Use coding software and electronic health records proficiently, contributing to process improvements.

What you will need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or related field
• 5+ Years of coding experience, especially with ICD-10-CM and CPT coding, including complex cases
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - AAPC
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - AHIMA

Benefits:

• Career development opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings
• Health Savings Account options
• Retirement plans with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Community involvement opportunities

Endeavor Health is a comprehensive healthcare system serving over 4.2 million residents across six counties in northeast Illinois. With over 25,000 team members and 6,000 physicians, we aim to deliver exceptional patient care across numerous locations, including hospitals recognized for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you join Endeavor Health, you'll be part of an organization that encourages professional growth and career achievement. Please explore our website to learn more about our mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Please refer to our main careers page for more details.

Our core values include diversity, equity, and inclusion—believing that our strength lies in our differences and our ability to connect our best to serve our community with compassion, respect, and empathy.

EOE: We are a VEVRRA Federal Contractor, committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status.