Full Time Optum Medical Coding Jobs in Chicago, IL

Employment Type: Full Time 

Remote or In-Office Position

JOB SCOPE:  
Working under limited supervision, performs all medical record coding activities. Assigns appropriate diagnostic codes to patient charts and reports as assigned. Supports and adheres to The US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

HOURLY RANGE: 

$26.00 - $39.00

The US Oncology Network is a thriving organization that fosters forward-thinking, advancement opportunities, and an inspired work environment. We continuously look for top talent who will continue to propel our organization in the right direction and celebrate new successes! Come join our team in the fight against cancer! 
About The US Oncology Network
The US Oncology Network is one of the nation’s largest networks of community-based oncology physicians dedicated to advancing cancer care in America. The US Oncology Network is supported by McKesson Corporation focused on empowering a vibrant and sustainable community patient care delivery system to advance the science, technology, and quality of care. For more information, visitwww.usoncology.com. We extend an extremely competitive offering of benefits to employees, including Medical Health Care, Dental Care, Vision Plan, 401-K with a matching component, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability, and Wellness & Perks Programs. 

Join Affiliated Oncologists as a Medical Coding Specialist!

We are pleased to announce the establishment of our new Central Billing Office (CBO), created to support the continued growth and operational needs of our multi-specialty oncology practice. This dedicated department will serve as a centralized resource for revenue cycle functions, with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and high-quality service for both patients and clinical teams. 

As cancer care grows more complex, so does the financial journey that accompanies it. Our CBO is being built to meet that challenge with innovation and a commitment to operational excellence. We’re assembling a team of driven, knowledgeable professionals who are ready to streamline processes, optimize reimbursement, and support our clinical teams for overall practice success. 

JOB SCOPE:

Under direct supervision, performs all medical record coding activities. Assigns appropriate diagnostic codes to patient charts and reports as assigned. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. The Coding Specialist is responsible for accurately assigning ICD10CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for services rendered across a multispecialty oncology practice, including Medical Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Radiation Oncology, and Imaging. Role will focus on gynecology oncology surgical coding, as well as billing of chemotherapy infusion services, evaluation and management, in-office procedures and imaging. This role ensures compliance with all regulatory guidelines, supports revenue integrity, and contributes to optimal reimbursement through precise coding and documentation review. The specialist partners closely with clinical teams, billing staff, and revenue cycle leadership within the Central Business Office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Abstracts relevant clinical and demographic information from the medical record to assign current ICD and CPT codes in accordance with coding and reimbursement guidelines.
• Identifies principal and secondary diagnosis with minimal error based on national based standards.
• Codes with an accuracy of 97% based on QA internal reviews.
• Records all diagnostic procedures and assigns appropriate procedure codes.
• Requests diagnosis from physicians when information is not recorded.
• Determines and records required medical information.
• Updates coding procedures and guidelines.
• Works with billing and clinical teams in coordinating medical information and patient charts.
• Maintains the confidentiality of medical information contained in each record.
• Assists in the development of medical records related reports.
• Formats reports according to established guidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current coding certification such as CPC, COC, CCS, or CCSP, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of coding experience in specialty-based practices with surgery and/or oncologic services.
• Experience coding within at least one oncology or surgical discipline

PREFERRED:

• Oncologyspecific coding experience across multiple subspecialties.
• Most strongly prefer 2-3 years gynecology oncology surgery coding experience or in similar sub-specialty
• Familiarity with PMS, EHRs and oncologyfocused systems (e.g., iKnowMed, AthenaIDX, Centricity, ARIA, MOSAIQ, Epic, Cerner).
• Knowledge of revenue cycle processes within a Central Business Office structure.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be present at the employee site during regularly scheduled business hours and regularly required to sit or stand and talk or hear.  Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.  Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.  Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.  Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment may include exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.  Work will involve in-person interaction with co-workers and management and/or clients. Work may require minimal travel by automobile to office sites.

• Remote workers must have available to them a private workspace to conduct confidential work & conversations.
• Remote workers must adhere to the same phsical demands to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Benefits Included in this Position:

• Medical  
• Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts (HRCA) 
• Health Savings Accounts (HAS) 
• Dental  
• Vision 
• Life Insurance 
• Short-Term Disability (STD) 
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Commuter Benefits 
• 401(k) 
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current coding certification such as CPC, COC, CCS, or CCSP, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of coding experience in specialty-based practices with surgery and/or oncologic services.
• Experience coding within at least one oncology or surgical discipline

PREFERRED:

• Oncologyspecific coding experience across multiple subspecialties.
• Most strongly prefer 2-3 years gynecology oncology surgery coding experience or in similar sub-specialty
• Familiarity with PMS, EHRs and oncologyfocused systems (e.g., iKnowMed, AthenaIDX, Centricity, ARIA, MOSAIQ, Epic, Cerner).
• Knowledge of revenue cycle processes within a Central Business Office structure.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be present at the employee site during regularly scheduled business hours and regularly required to sit or stand and talk or hear.  Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.  Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.  Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.  Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment may include exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.  Work will involve in-person interaction with co-workers and management and/or clients. Work may require minimal travel by automobile to office sites.

• Remote workers must have available to them a private workspace to conduct confidential work & conversations.
• Remote workers must adhere to the same phsical demands to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Benefits Included in this Position:

• Medical  
• Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts (HRCA) 
• Health Savings Accounts (HAS) 
• Dental  
• Vision 
• Life Insurance 
• Short-Term Disability (STD) 
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Commuter Benefits 
• 401(k) 
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off