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Medical Coder III

The Medical Coder III is a senior-level position responsible for ensuring precise coding of diagnoses and procedures in compliance with established coding guidelines and regulations. This role is integral to maintaining financial accuracy and regulatory compliance within our institution.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Medical Coder III

• Location: Hybrid - Skokie, IL and remote

• Full Time/Part Time: Full-time (40 hours per week)

• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

What you will do:

• Assign accurate diagnostic (ICD-10-CM) and procedural (CPT) codes to medical records, demonstrating advanced proficiency in complex coding scenarios.

• Lead and conduct internal audits of medical records and coding work to ensure the accuracy and consistency of code assignments, providing guidance and feedback to junior coders.

• Analyze clinical documentation in medical records and collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to clarify and enhance documentation for accurate coding.

• Stay current with the latest coding guidelines, conventions, and regulatory changes, sharing knowledge with the coding team.

• Collaborate with clinical staff to resolve coding-related questions and discrepancies, facilitating accurate code assignment and documentation improvement.

• Ensure coding practices are consistently in compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations, as well as HIPAA privacy standards.

• Generate advanced coding reports and summaries, providing insights into coding accuracy, trends, and opportunities for improvement.

• Mentor and train junior coders, providing guidance and support in developing their coding skills and understanding of best practices.

• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in using coding software and electronic health record systems, contributing to process improvements.

What you will need:

• Education: Bachelors degree, required

• Certification: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), OR Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), required

• Experience: 5+ Years of coding experience, with a strong background in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding, including complex coding scenarios.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development

• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Free Parking

• Wellness Program Savings Plan

• Health Savings Account Options

• Retirement Options with Company Match

• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging-each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.