Certified Coder - Illinois

Job Summary

To ensure compliant billing, the full-time Certified Coder - Illinois will accurately code hospital inpatient, outpatient, and professional fee encounters using ICD10/ICDPCS, CPT, and HCPCs codes while working remotely during regular business hours.

Key responsibilities

• Accurately code all records according to the appropriate classification systems and provide interdepartmental coding assistance as needed
• Develop compliant coding methodologies and facilitate revenue optimization through auditing, training, and charge facilitation
• Serve as an expert resource on coding systems and regulatory guidelines, reporting documentation and coding improvement needs based on review findings

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Certification as a Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or similar coding certification
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPC coding rules and guidelines
• Experience with coding software and electronic medical record systems
• Understanding of medical science, anatomy, and physiology