Medical Coder II - Surgery

Position: Medical Coder II - Surgery - Days
Hourly Pay Range:
$24.86 - $37.29 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Medical Coder II - Surgery - Days

This position has a deep understanding of disease process, A&P and pharmacology and acts as a key collaborator with Providers and Clinical areas to ensure the medical record accurately reflects the patient's service.

Position Highlights:

• Position:
  Medical Coder II
• Location:
  
  Elmhurst Hospital
• Full Time/Part Time:
  Full Time
• Hours:
  
  Monday-Friday, day shift

What you will do:

• Assigns diagnostic and procedure codes for compliant physician reimbursement and for both evaluation/ management, preventive (HCC risk adjustment) and surgical services under general supervision.
• Communicates daily regularly with physicians and staff to resolve discrepancies with patient records and coding selections.
• Performs provider audits on E/M (evaluation/management) services and HCC review on Medicare/Medicare Advantage preventive services and educates providers as needed.
• Trains physicians and other staff regarding documentation, billing and coding, and documentation.

What you will need:

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's or associate degree in a Health Information Management program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM)
• Certification: RHIA, RHIT, CPC, or CCS, required

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• 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.

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