Senior Medical Coder – ED & Observation

Insight Health Systems; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Time

Paid Vacation Time

Health, vision & dental benefits

Short and long-term disability insurance

Job summary

Insight Health Systems in Chicago is seeking a Coding Specialist to analyze and assign diagnosis and procedure codes for the Emergency Department and Outpatient Observation records. Candidates should have at least two years of coding experience and relevant certifications, along with strong attention to detail and communication skills. This role supports a community-centric mission and offers benefits including paid sick and vacation time, as well as health and dental coverage.

Qualifications

• Must have at least two years of current acute care coding experience.
• Completion of an AHIMA or AAPC approved coding program is required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assign diagnosis and procedure codes utilizing established coding guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality and high-quality service in all tasks.
• Track issues requiring follow-up to facilitate timely coding.

Skills

Attention to detail

Coding guidelines knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Certification as CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA

Associate degree in Health Information Management

Bachelor’s degree in related healthcare field

Tools

Encoder software

Windows-based computer systems

Job description

Insight Health Systems in Chicago is seeking a Coding Specialist to analyze and assign diagnosis and procedure codes for the Emergency Department and Outpatient Observation records. Candidates should have at least two years of coding experience and relevant certifications, along with strong attention to detail and communication skills. This role supports a community-centric mission and offers benefits including paid sick and vacation time, as well as health and dental coverage.