Medical Coder III (hybrid)

1100 Endeavor Health Clinical Operations; Skokie (IL); Hybrid; USD 36,657 - 54,993; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance increases

Career pathways for professional growth

Various medical and dental options

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Wellness program

Retirement options with company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Job summary

1100 Endeavor Health Clinical Operations is seeking a Medical Coder III for a hybrid role based in Skokie, IL. This full-time position involves accurate coding of medical records, conducting internal audits, and collaborating with clinical staff. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree and relevant coding certifications, along with extensive experience in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding.

The company offers annual performance-based increases and various benefits, including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of coding experience, particularly in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding.
• Certification required: CPC, CCS, RHIA, or RHIT.
• Strong background in complex coding scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Assign accurate diagnostic and procedural codes to medical records.
• Conduct internal audits of coding work to ensure accuracy.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to enhance documentation.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

CPT coding

Auditing

Mentoring

Education

Bachelors degree

Tools

Coding software

Electronic health record systems

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: Hybrid – Skokie, IL and remote
• Full Time/Part Time: Full-time (40 hours per week)
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

Responsibilities

• 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 the accuracy and consistency of code assignments, providing guidance and feedback to junior coders.
• Analyze clinical documentation in medical records and collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to clarify and enhance documentation for accurate coding.
• Stay current with the latest coding guidelines, conventions, and regulatory changes, sharing knowledge with the coding team.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to resolve coding-related questions and discrepancies, facilitating accurate code assignment and documentation improvement.
• Ensure coding practices are consistently in compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations, as well as HIPAA privacy standards.
• Generate advanced coding reports and summaries, providing insights into coding accuracy, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Mentor and train junior coders, providing guidance and support in developing their coding skills and understanding of best practices.
• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in using coding software and electronic health record systems, contributing to process improvements.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelors degree, required
• Certification: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), OR Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), required
• Experience: 5+ Years of coding experience, with a strong background in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding, including complex coding scenarios

Benefits

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program
• Savings Plan Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.