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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for union medical coder in Chicago, IL is $23.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.61 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a union medical coder?

A Union Medical Coder is a healthcare professional responsible for reviewing clinical documents and assigning standardized medical codes for billing and insurance purposes, while also being part of a labor union. Being in a union provides job protections, negotiated wages, benefits, and collective bargaining rights. These coders work in hospitals, clinics, or insurance companies to ensure accurate coding and compliance with regulations. Their role helps streamline medical billing, minimize errors, and support proper reimbursement for healthcare services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a union medical coder?

To thrive as a Union Medical Coder, you need a solid understanding of medical terminology, ICD-10 and CPT coding systems, and healthcare compliance regulations, typically supported by a medical coding certification such as CPC, CCS, or CCA. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and coding software is essential for efficiently processing medical claims. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively are key soft skills for success in this role. These skills are vital to ensure accurate coding, timely reimbursement, and effective contribution to a unionized healthcare team.

What are some common challenges faced by union medical coders, and how can they be managed?

Union Medical Coders often face challenges such as keeping up with frequent changes in coding guidelines, managing large volumes of medical records, and ensuring compliance with both employer and union policies. Adapting to evolving regulatory requirements and maintaining accuracy under tight deadlines can be demanding. Successful coders address these challenges by engaging in ongoing professional education, participating in peer collaboration, and utilizing union resources for support and advocacy. Working within a union environment can also provide job security and access to professional development opportunities.

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Infographic showing various Union Medical Coder job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,082 per year, or $23.1 per hour.

Claims Coding Specialist, Full Time- Days

The University of Chicago Medicine

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Review Clinic Outpatient medical record documentation to assign correct diagnosis and procedure coding for healthcare services.

  • Ensure documentation matches charges captured, assign appropriate coding modifiers, and resolve claim and charge edits using coding guidelines.

  • Organize education for physicians and communicate regularly to improve claims, revenue cycle, and business functions.

University Of Chicago Medicine rating

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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 62 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

232nd of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description


Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, Uchicago Medicine, as a Claims Coding Specialist in the Radiation Oncology department. This position will be primarily a work from home opportunity with the requirement to come onsite as needed. You may be based outside of the greater Chicagoland area.
The Claims Coding specialist (CCS) is responsible for ensuring accurate medical coding for billing to optimize revenue while maintaining compliance with government regulations. They work collaboratively with physicians, clinic staff and other departments to ensure accurate and compliant charge capture, coding and billing processes.
Essential Job Functions
  • Working from Epic workqueues, review Clinic Outpatient medical record documentation for assignment of correct diagnosis and procedure coding for healthcare services.
  • Ensure documentation matches charges captured.
  • Assign appropriate coding modifiers.
  • Resolve claim and charge edits in Epic using appropriate coding guidelines, i.e. NCCI, OCE, MUE, LCD and customized payer edits.
  • Serves as a primary resource for in-clinic physicians/providers. As such, organizes appropriate education for physicians and communicates regularly with physicians/providers to improve the overall claims, revenue cycle, and business functions of the practice.
  • Responsible for identifying trends and opportunities to address root causes of errors, needed updates of system errors and/or needed education/training.
  • Must maintain current knowledge of all coding and compliance policies, regulations and trends.
  • Attend appropriate training sessions and team meetings as required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned/required by department management.

Required Qualifications
  • Ability to identify trends and recommend solutions to billing and revenue cycle processes and problems
  • Coding certification required within 3 months of hire.
  • Epic, IDX and Centricity experience strongly preferred
  • High school diploma required. Associate or Bachelor's degree in a health-care information or health care finance related field preferred.
  • Proven working knowledge of CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) and ICD (International Classification of Diseases) coding systems required.
  • Knowledge of Federal billing regulations governing Medicare and Medicaid programs, and working knowledge of other managed care and indemnity (third party) payor requirements.
  • Must possess a working knowledge of Local and National Coverage Determination policies (LCD's and NCD's), Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC) related edits such as the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) and Outpatient Code Editor (OCE).
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Must be highly analytical, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills,
  • Must possess excellent organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills, along with demonstration of excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Prior current experience with hospital outpatient medical ICD-10 diagnosis and CPT procedure coding
  • Experience with EPIC preferred
  • Knowledge of virtual meeting platforms, i.e. Zoom, Microsoft Teams

Licenses and Certifications
  • Healthcare Coding Certification required for hire:
  • AAPC- CPC (Certified Professional Coder), COC (Certified Outpatient Coder), CCS (Certified Coding Specialist),
  • AHIMA- RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator), RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist Physician)

Position Details
  • Job Type/FTE: 1.00 FTE
  • Shift: Days Monday-Friday- Hyde Park (will need to commit to onsite training and workflow meetings)
  • Unit/Department: Radiation Oncology-Finance
  • CBA Code: Non-Union

About Us
We've been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment... with patients and with each other. We're in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you'd like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we're doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.

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