Senior Medical Coding Specialist

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligibility

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine's Coding Specialist II role focuses on CPT/ICD10 coding through abstraction of medical records, with expertise in HCPCS where needed, in Chicago. You will collaborate with providers to ensure accurate reflection of services and support billing processes.

Requirements include RHIA/RHIT/CPC/CCS certification or CAHIIM-accredited degree, 0–2 years of relevant experience, and a track record of high accuracy on coding tests.

Qualifications

• RHIA/RHIT/CPC/CCS certification or CAHIIM-accredited degree.
• Zero to two years’ experience in a relevant role.
• 94% accuracy on coding test.

Responsibilities

• Code physician professional services and diagnoses with CPT/ICD10 accuracy.
• Provide documentation feedback to physicians and staff.
• Maintain coding reference information and training materials.
• Collaborate with Revenue Cycle to resolve denials and appeals.
• Meet coding productivity and quality standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Data analysis

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Education

CAHIIM-accredited degree

RHIA/RHIT/CPC/CCS certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Database entry

Job description

Northwestern Medicine's Coding Specialist II role focuses on CPT/ICD10 coding through abstraction of medical records, with expertise in HCPCS where needed, in Chicago. You will collaborate with providers to ensure accurate reflection of services and support billing processes.

Requirements include RHIA/RHIT/CPC/CCS certification or CAHIIM-accredited degree, 0–2 years of relevant experience, and a track record of high accuracy on coding tests.