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Revenue Cycle Associate Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Revenue Cycle CDI Lead

Chicago, IL · Remote

$41.14 - $61.20/hr

... revenue cycle optimization. Furthermore, you will actively foster collaboration across ... Associate's degree in nursing, Health Information Management (HIM), or a related healthcare field

Revenue Cycle CDI Lead

Chicago, IL · Remote

$35.75 - $48.25/hr

... revenue cycle optimization. Furthermore, you will actively foster collaboration across ... Associate's degree in nursing, Health Information Management (HIM), or a related healthcare field

Revenue Cycle CDI Lead

Chicago, IL · Remote

$41.14 - $61.20/hr

... revenue cycle optimization. Furthermore, you will actively foster collaboration across ... Associate's degree in nursing, Health Information Management (HIM), or a related healthcare field

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How much do revenue cycle associate jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for revenue cycle associate in Illinois is $80,862.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,000.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a revenue cycle associate?

To excel as a Revenue Cycle Associate, you need a solid understanding of billing processes, medical terminology, and insurance claims, often supported by a relevant associate's degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with revenue cycle management (RCM) software, electronic health record (EHR) systems, and coding tools like ICD-10 and CPT is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are vital soft skills for resolving discrepancies and interacting with patients and payers. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate billing, timely reimbursements, and the financial health of healthcare organizations.

What are some typical challenges revenue cycle associates face when working with insurance claims?

Revenue Cycle Associates often encounter challenges such as navigating complex insurance policies, keeping up with constantly changing payer requirements, and addressing claim denials. Resolving these issues requires close attention to detail, strong communication with insurance companies, and effective collaboration with clinical and billing staff. Staying organized and proactively following up on outstanding claims are essential to ensure timely reimbursements and minimize revenue loss.

What is the difference between Revenue Cycle Associate vs Medical Billing Specialist?

AspectRevenue Cycle AssociateMedical Billing Specialist
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications like CPC or CPC-A beneficialHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications like CPC or CPC-A beneficial
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, hospitals, clinics, insurance companiesMedical offices, billing companies, healthcare providers
Job FocusEnd-to-end revenue cycle management, including claims processing and collectionsPreparing and submitting claims, coding, and billing procedures

Both roles often require similar certifications and work in healthcare settings. The Revenue Cycle Associate typically handles a broader scope of revenue management, while the Medical Billing Specialist focuses more on claims submission and coding. They are complementary roles within the healthcare revenue cycle, with overlapping skills but different primary responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Revenue Cycle jobs in Illinois?

The most popular types of Revenue Cycle jobs in Illinois are:

What cities in Illinois are hiring for Revenue Cycle Associate jobs?

Cities in Illinois with the most Revenue Cycle Associate job openings:

Infographic showing various Revenue Cycle Associate job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,862 per year, or $38.9 per hour.

Mkt Manager Revenue Cycle CDI-AR KY TNGA

CommonSpirit Health

Chicago, IL • Remote

$47.52 - $70.68/hr

Full-time

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Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Mkt Manager Revenue Cycle CDI, you will provide expert oversight to our regional clinical documentation teams, ensuring full accountability for performance and compliance with regulatory standards. You will serve as a strategic partner to the CSH leadership team, acting as a vital liaison between physicians, coding departments, and clinical quality stakeholders to ensure the highest level of integrity and accuracy within inpatient medical records. Your primary focus will be driving enterprise-wide Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) through robust strategic planning and the execution of comprehensive revenue cycle documentation improvement initiatives.

Every day you will analyze complex data sets to generate monthly performance dashboards, providing actionable insights to executive leadership regarding CDI outcomes. You will manage the daily workflow of the CDI team, overseeing initial and follow-up reviews, ensuring the generation of compliant queries, and upholding the ethical coding standards established by AHIMA, AAPC, and ACDIS. Furthermore, you will facilitate education for new providers, participate in cross-functional patient care committees, and assist in the development of high-level steering committee presentations to advance the organization’s revenue cycle and clinical documentation goals.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate exceptional leadership skills and the ability to resolve complex operational issues through organized, data-driven decision-making. You must possess strong oral communication skills, with the professional presence required to deliver impactful presentations to large groups, including medical staff and hospital executives. Your commitment to sustained improvement, adherence to clinical documentation best practices, and collaborative mindset will be essential in maintaining the excellence of our CDI program and supporting accurate DRG assignment and revenue cycle optimization across CommonSpirit Health.

  • Lead and mentor a high-performing CDI team to achieve daily revenue cycle productivity and accuracy benchmarks.
  • Develop and implement strategic action plans to improve clinical documentation quality and regulatory compliance.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and liaison between medical staff, clinical quality teams, and medical coding departments.
  • Utilize data analytics to create revenue cycle performance reports and dashboards for executive leadership review.
  • Spearhead provider education initiatives to ensure documentation alignment with current coding and DRG assignment guidelines.
  • Maintain strict adherence to ethical coding and documentation standards as mandated by AHIMA, ACDIS, and AAPC.
Job Requirements

Required

  • Associate Of Nursing and 4-6 years
  • Associates Other Associate's degree HIM or related field
  • Current RN license and/or certification from AHIMA (CDIP) or ACDIS (CCDS) to be maintained
  • 4-6 years 5 years of recent management of hospital-based CDI teams (hospital, large multi-facility organization, etc.)

Preferred

  • Bachelors Of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Bachelors Other or Bachelor’s degree in HIM 
  • Previous experience effectively managing remote teams
  • Experience with various encoder and EMR systems (Optum eCAC, Solventum, EPIC, Cerner, Meditech)
  • Clinical Documentation Improvement Professional
Where You'll Work

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.


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$47.52 - $70.68 /hour

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