Chicago, IL · On-site
$76K - $81K/yr
... RHIA, CCS, CPC, COC) is strongly preferred - Prior coding experience within a VA, DoD, or other ... medical center setting - Familiarity with VA's VistA or CPRS electronic health record platforms ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$76K - $81K/yr
... RHIA, CCS, CPC, COC) is strongly preferred - Prior coding experience within a VA, DoD, or other ... medical center setting - Familiarity with VA's VistA or CPRS electronic health record platforms ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$76K - $81K/yr
... RHIA, CCS, CPC, COC) is strongly preferred - Prior coding experience within a VA, DoD, or other ... medical center setting - Familiarity with VA's VistA or CPRS electronic health record platforms ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$76K - $81K/yr
... RHIA, CCS, CPC, COC) is strongly preferred - Prior coding experience within a VA, DoD, or other ... medical center setting - Familiarity with VA's VistA or CPRS electronic health record platforms ...
... Carmel Medical Group (MCMG). This position utilizes advancedknowledge of specialty coding ... Certification in coding (CPC, COC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIA, RHIT)required. Certification in coding of ...
... Carmel Medical Group (MCMG). This position utilizes advancedknowledge of specialty coding ... Certification in coding (CPC, COC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIA, RHIT)required. Certification in coding of ...
$76K - $81K/yr
... RHIA, CCS, CPC, COC) is strongly preferred - Prior coding experience within a VA, DoD, or other ... medical center setting - Familiarity with VA's VistA or CPRS electronic health record platforms ...
$76K - $81K/yr
... RHIA, CCS, CPC, COC) is strongly preferred - Prior coding experience within a VA, DoD, or other ... medical center setting - Familiarity with VA's VistA or CPRS electronic health record platforms ...
... Carmel Medical Group (MCMG). This position utilizes advancedknowledge of specialty coding ... Certification in coding (CPC, COC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIA, RHIT)required. Certification in coding of ...
... Carmel Medical Group (MCMG). This position utilizes advancedknowledge of specialty coding ... Certification in coding (CPC, COC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIA, RHIT)required. Certification in coding of ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$19.25 - $25.75/hr
Tell us about your experience with Medical Coding . * Are you a team player and a self-motivator ... Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) * Certified Coding Specialist- Physician-Based (CCS-P)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$19.25 - $25.75/hr
Tell us about your experience with Medical Coding . * Are you a team player and a self-motivator ... Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) * Certified Coding Specialist- Physician-Based (CCS-P)
Gibson City, IL · On-site
$21 - $32/hr
Must hold a current unexpired CPC or CCS certification from the AAPC, NHA, or AHIMA. * 2 years of previous experience with medical coding for a multi-specialty office or hospital system. * Knowledge ...
Gibson City, IL · On-site
$21 - $32/hr
Must hold a current unexpired CPC or CCS certification from the AAPC, NHA, or AHIMA. * 2 years of previous experience with medical coding for a multi-specialty office or hospital system. * Knowledge ...
Gibson City, IL · On-site
$21 - $32/hr
... or CCS certification from the AAPC, NHA, or AHIMA. 3. 2 years of previous experience with medical coding for a multi-specialty office or hospital system. 4. Knowledge of Medical Terminology. 5. ...
Gibson City, IL · On-site
$21 - $32/hr
... or CCS certification from the AAPC, NHA, or AHIMA. 3. 2 years of previous experience with medical coding for a multi-specialty office or hospital system. 4. Knowledge of Medical Terminology. 5. ...
$21 - $32/hr
... or CCS certification from the AAPC, NHA, or AHIMA. 3. 2 years of previous experience with medical coding for a multi-specialty office or hospital system. 4. Knowledge of Medical Terminology. 5. ...
$21 - $32/hr
... or CCS certification from the AAPC, NHA, or AHIMA. 3. 2 years of previous experience with medical coding for a multi-specialty office or hospital system. 4. Knowledge of Medical Terminology. 5. ...
Chicago, IL · Remote
$37.40 - $61.71/hr
CCS, RHIT, or RHIA. * Inpatient Coding Expertise: 2+ years of recent inpatient medical coding experience in a hospital or large multi-facility setting. * Complex Case Experience: Proven ability to ...
Chicago, IL · Remote
$37.40 - $61.71/hr
CCS, RHIT, or RHIA. * Inpatient Coding Expertise: 2+ years of recent inpatient medical coding experience in a hospital or large multi-facility setting. * Complex Case Experience: Proven ability to ...
$65K - $90K/yr
RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CPC. * Associate or bachelor's degree in health information management systems ... A minimum of five years' experience with medical records coding, electronic health records and ...
$65K - $90K/yr
RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CPC. * Associate or bachelor's degree in health information management systems ... A minimum of five years' experience with medical records coding, electronic health records and ...
... medical coding, and revenue cycle operations to help restore accurate billing and reimbursement ... RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, or other HIM/coding certifications. * Experience with revenue cycle ...
... medical coding, and revenue cycle operations to help restore accurate billing and reimbursement ... RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, or other HIM/coding certifications. * Experience with revenue cycle ...
North Chicago, IL · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
... coding staff Review and verify documentation Qualifications High school diploma/GED or equivalent CCS, RHIA, or CPC certification Previous experience as a Medical Coder or in a similar position ...
North Chicago, IL · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
... coding staff Review and verify documentation Qualifications High school diploma/GED or equivalent CCS, RHIA, or CPC certification Previous experience as a Medical Coder or in a similar position ...
North Chicago, IL · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
The Medical Coder is expected to do the following: * Accurately attaching images to the appropriate ... Active coding credential (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC, or equivalent) required. * Prior experience with VA ...
North Chicago, IL · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
The Medical Coder is expected to do the following: * Accurately attaching images to the appropriate ... Active coding credential (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC, or equivalent) required. * Prior experience with VA ...
Rosemont, IL · On-site +1
$65K - $90K/yr
RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CPC. * Associate or bachelor's degree in health information management systems ... A minimum of five years' experience with medical records coding, electronic health records and ...
Rosemont, IL · On-site +1
$65K - $90K/yr
RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CPC. * Associate or bachelor's degree in health information management systems ... A minimum of five years' experience with medical records coding, electronic health records and ...
$65K - $90K/yr
RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CPC. * Associate or bachelor's degree in health information management systems ... A minimum of five years' experience with medical records coding, electronic health records and ...
$65K - $90K/yr
RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CPC. * Associate or bachelor's degree in health information management systems ... A minimum of five years' experience with medical records coding, electronic health records and ...
North Chicago, IL · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
The Medical Coder is expected to do the following: * Accurately attaching images to the appropriate ... Active coding credential (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC, or equivalent) required. * Prior experience with VA ...
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North Chicago, IL · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
The Medical Coder is expected to do the following: * Accurately attaching images to the appropriate ... Active coding credential (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC, or equivalent) required. * Prior experience with VA ...
North Chicago, IL · On-site
$24.75 - $31.15/hr
The Medical Coder is expected to do the following: * Accurately attaching images to the appropriate ... Active coding credential (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC, or equivalent) required. * Prior experience with VA ...
North Chicago, IL · On-site
$24.75 - $31.15/hr
The Medical Coder is expected to do the following: * Accurately attaching images to the appropriate ... Active coding credential (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC, or equivalent) required. * Prior experience with VA ...
North Chicago, IL · On-site
$24.75 - $31.15/hr
The Medical Coder is expected to do the following: * Accurately attaching images to the appropriate ... Active coding credential (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC, or equivalent) required. * Prior experience with VA ...
North Chicago, IL · On-site
$24.75 - $31.15/hr
The Medical Coder is expected to do the following: * Accurately attaching images to the appropriate ... Active coding credential (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC, or equivalent) required. * Prior experience with VA ...
Bloomington, IL · On-site
$25.10 - $29.54/hr
RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CCA, CPC, CPC-A, CPC-H, OR RHIA/RHIT-eligible and obtained within 1 year of ... Completed Medical Coding courses focused on ICD-CM/PCS and CPT coding guidelines. Knowledge of ...
Bloomington, IL · On-site
$25.10 - $29.54/hr
RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CCA, CPC, CPC-A, CPC-H, OR RHIA/RHIT-eligible and obtained within 1 year of ... Completed Medical Coding courses focused on ICD-CM/PCS and CPT coding guidelines. Knowledge of ...
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CCS Medical Coding professionals often encounter challenges such as staying updated with frequent changes in coding guidelines, dealing with incomplete or unclear clinical documentation, and ensuring accuracy under tight deadlines. They must meticulously interpret complex medical records to assign appropriate codes, which requires strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Additionally, effective communication with medical staff is sometimes necessary to clarify ambiguities in physician notes. Overcoming these challenges is important for maintaining compliance, minimizing claim denials, and supporting the financial health of their organization.
A CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) Medical Coding job involves reviewing patient medical records and assigning standardized codes for diagnoses, procedures, and treatments. These codes are used for billing, insurance claims, and maintaining accurate healthcare records. CCS coders must have in-depth knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and coding systems like ICD-10-CM and CPT. They typically work in hospitals, clinics, or insurance companies to ensure proper reimbursement and compliance with healthcare regulations.
To thrive as a CCS Medical Coding professional, you need a deep understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and disease processes, along with a CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) certification. Familiarity with ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT coding systems, and electronic health record (EHR) software is essential for accurate code assignment. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and the ability to communicate effectively with healthcare teams are important soft skills. These competencies ensure correct billing, compliance with regulations, and optimal reimbursement for healthcare organizations.
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Akicita Federal is hiring Medical Coders to support accurate and compliant clinical documentation for the Department of Veterans Affairs at the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, IL. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring Veterans receive proper care by translating clinical encounters into precise medical codes that drive reimbursement, reporting, and continuity of care. This is an on-site position supporting one of the VA's major medical centers in the Chicagoland area.
- Review and analyze clinical documentation from physician notes, operative reports, discharge summaries, and other health records to assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes
- Apply ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines to inpatient and/or outpatient encounters in compliance with VA and federal coding standards
- Query providers as needed to clarify documentation deficiencies or ambiguities that impact code assignment
- Ensure coded data supports proper DRG or APC assignment, sequencing, and compliance with official coding guidelines
- Maintain productivity and quality benchmarks aligned with VA Medical Center expectations and coding audits
- Safeguard patient privacy and handle sensitive Veterans' health information in accordance with HIPAA and VA privacy policies
- Collaborate with Health Information Management staff and clinical teams to support coding accuracy and documentation improvement initiatives
$76,960 - $81,120 a year
- Demonstrated experience in medical coding, including proficiency with ICD-10-CM and CPT/HCPCS code sets
- Working knowledge of official coding guidelines (AHA Coding Clinic, AMA CPT guidelines) and compliance standards
- Ability to work on-site at the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, IL
- Ability to handle and protect sensitive federal health records in accordance with HIPAA and VA information security requirements
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems used in a hospital or clinical setting
What sets candidates apart:
- Active AHIMA or AAPC certification (e.g., RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CPC, COC) is strongly preferred
- Prior coding experience within a VA, DoD, or other federal healthcare environment
- Experience with inpatient DRG coding and/or outpatient facility coding in a high-volume academic or medical center setting
- Familiarity with VA's VistA or CPRS electronic health record platforms
- Background in clinical documentation improvement (CDI) programs or provider query processes
About Akicita FederalAkicita Federal is a Native American-owned federal contractor delivering healthcare, clinical, IT, and program-support services across the Indian Health Service, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other federal agencies. We hire the people who do the work - clinicians, analysts, engineers, support staff - and we treat them like the professionals they are.
Equal Opportunity EmployerAkicita Federal is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Akicita Federal complies with the Indian Preference provisions of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (P.L. 93-638) where applicable.
