Analyzes physician and provider documentation in assigned Emergency Department and Outpatient Observation health records to determine principal and secondary diagnoses and procedures.
Uses encoder software, online tools, and reference materials to assign ICD-CM diagnosis and procedure codes, CPT codes, HCPCS procedure codes, and required modifiers.
Collaborates with HIM and Patient Financial Services to resolve billing, utilization, and reimbursement issues, and works to maintain coding quality, productivity, and compliance standards.
Completion of an AHIMA-approved coding program, an AAPC-approved coding program, an associate degree in Health Information Management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Procedural Coder (CPC), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification is required.
Two years of current acute care coding experience in emergency department and observation or physician coding is required.
Preferred experience with encoder/grouping software or CAC and the ability to use both manual and automated ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking, organizational ability, and the capacity to work independently with minimal supervision.
Comfort working in a virtual, collaborative environment and ability to comply with hospital policies, confidentiality standards, and remote work requirements when applicable.
Paid sick time effective after 90 days.
Paid vacation time effective after 90 days.
Health, vision, and dental benefits eligible after 30 days, beginning the first of the following month.
Short- and long-term disability and basic life insurance after 30 days of employment.
Location
Chicago, Illinois, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
2 months ago