Certified Coder - Illinois

Job Summary

To ensure compliant billing of hospital claims, the full-time HIM Certified Coder - Illinois will accurately code hospital inpatient, outpatient, and professional fee encounters using ICD10/ICDPCS, CPT, and HCPCs codes while working remotely during day shifts, Monday through Friday.

Key responsibilities

• Accurately code all records according to appropriate coding classifications and guidelines
• Provide interdepartmental coding assistance and develop compliant coding methodologies
• Facilitate external audit activities and maintain coding certifications while performing audits as requested

Required qualifications

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), or equivalent coding certification
• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• 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