14 professional fee coder jobs found in Chicago

About the job Certified Medical Coder- Remote We are seeking a Certified Medical Coder- Remote to join our team. We are deeply rooted in the communities we serve, which means that our patients are often our family, friends, and neighbors, and it is special to be able to care for them. As one of the top healthcare systems, we are committed to your ongoing growth and development. After work, you will find things to do in every season, including beaches, outdoor recreation, unique restaurants, world-class wineries, arts and entertainment. Why work as a Coder Abstractor ? Remote work schedule Our dynamic work environment includes many opportunities for growth and development Our efforts directly impact patient satisfaction and outcomes Our employees work in positive, supportive, and compassionate environments built on our organizational values. SKILLS At least 1 years recent coding experience including coding surgical cases preferred. Experienced in...

Be Part of an Extraordinary Team Carelon Payment Integrity is a proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, Carelon Insights, formerly Payment Integrity, is determined to recover, eliminate and prevent unnecessary medical-expense spending. Build the Possibilities. Make an Extraordinary Impact. Title : DRG Coding Auditor (ICD-9/10CM, MS-DRG, AP-DRG, APR-DRG) **Virtual: ** _ _ This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, with the exception of required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates...

Anticipated End Date: 2026-01-16 Position Title: DRG Coding Auditor Principal Job Description: DRG Coding Auditor Principal Virtual: This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, with the exception of required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development. Alternate locations may be considered. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. Carelon Payment Integrity is a proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, Carelon Insights, formerly Payment Integrity, is determined to recover, eliminate and prevent unnecessary medical-expense spending. The DRG Coding Auditor Principal is...

Job Description Job Description The Coding Network, LLC (TCN) is the country’s premier broker of remote coding and auditing services, structured as a virtual company connecting healthcare professionals and health systems across the country with over 800 US based single specialty coders and auditors. Flexible Hours: We understand that everyone’s schedule is different and, as such, auditors enjoy the flexibility to commit to as few as 15 hours a week to however many hours work for them to render auditing services. It is one thing to have the freedom to work from home, but TCN coders possess the freedom to utilize the full 24 hour clock and choose when to work beyond the traditional 9-5. Whether you’re looking for extra income in addition to your day job or to make a more robust commitment, we are able to accommodate you. Position & Responsibilities: In order to support the growing need for E&M services and surgical divisions, there are abundant opportunities for...

Health Information Management (HIM) professionals organize and manage health information data to ensure quality, accuracy, accessibility and security in both paper and electronic systems. HIM professionals arean important connection between doctors, patients, insurance providers, and other health care professionals. The Anoka Technical College Medical Coding Specialist diploma program prepares students to assume an entry-level position as a medical coder in an acute care hospital, clinic or physician’s office health care setting. Program offered completely online with part-time options Foundation for advancement in career field Industry & Career Outlook Potential Jobs: Medical Records Specialist Medical Coder Salary Information: Median Wage: $30.00 per hour Top earners: $37.71 per hour Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at mn.gov/deed . The Medical Coding Specialist diploma can prepare students to sit for the national certification examination to become a...

Job Posting Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Medical Records Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE 1.0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM) Pay Range: $29.36 - $47.79 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: Accurately and independently makes decisions based on specialized knowledge and standard protocol. This includes, but is not limited to coding inpatient and outpatient. Other information: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: High School (GED) required RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS Certification required Minimum 3 years experience in...

Vascular Surgery Coder The Vascular Surgery Coder must be proficient in surgical coding for all Trauma Surgery type cases. E/M experience is also required for associated providers. The coder will review clinical documentation and diagnostic results as appropriate to extract data and apply appropriate ICD-10 Diagnosis codes, along with CPT/HCPCS codes as defined for the service type, for coding, billing, internal and external reporting, research as required, and regulatory compliance. Under the direction of the coding manager, the coder should accurately code conditions and procedures as documented and in accordance with ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, CMS/MAC rules and the CPT rules established by the AMA, and any other official coding guidelines established for use with mandated standard code sets. The coder scope may involve reviewing coding related denials from payers and recommending the appropriate action to resolve the claim based on payer...

Inpatient Coder II, HB Coding, Full-time, Days (Remote - Must reside in IL, IN, IA, WI, MO, OH, MI, or FL - Sign-on bonus eligible) At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? The Inpatient Coder II reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards....

Job Description Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system at UChicago Medicine as a Clinical Data Analyst – Same Day Surgery/Observation Coder . This is a remote, work from home opportunity and you may be based outside of the greater Chicagoland area. In this role, the Clinical Data Analyst – Same Day Surgery/Observation Coder, under general direction, is responsible for coding and abstracting diagnoses and procedures from inpatient and outpatient medical records for optimal and timely reimbursement and quality reporting. Essential Job Functions Assigns ICD-10-CM/PCS codes and assigns DRGs for inpatient medical records accounts; assigns ICD-10-CM/PCS codes and CPT codes for outpatient medical record accounts Abstracts key data elements required for billing Reviews records for clinical pertinence Interacts with providers for clarification of documentation/education Abstracts and codes records, for patient currently in the Hospitals, for interim billing...

* Maintains advanced-level expertise in CPT, ASA, ICD-10, HCPCS, modifier use, medical terminology, payer rules, HIPAA, and institutional billing requirements.* Independently reviews, abstracts, and codes highly complex anesthesiology services, including time-based anesthesia, staffing, and critical event documentation.* Ensures all services documented in the patient record are coded and posted accurately; obtains additional documentation in a timely manner following established protocols.* Meets or exceeds departmental productivity and accuracy standards.* Research and resolves coding-related edits, payer rejections, insurance denials, and PHA account issues.* Tracks inpatient anesthesia services and reconciles professional and PHA charges to ensure complete and accurate capture.* Reviews denial and rejection trends, identifies workflow, documentation, or compliance issues affecting reimbursement, and escalates issues as appropriate.* Serves as a knowledge resource to clinical...

The Senior / Super Coder serves as a high-performing coding professional responsible for the accurate and timely assignment of ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS codes for all hospital services including inpatient, outpatient, emergency, surgery, and RHC encounters. This position functions as the department’s top-tier coder and provides advanced coding expertise, mentorship, and support to the Coding Team Leader, enabling her to focus on quality assurance, compliance, and education. The Senior Coder must maintain exceptional accuracy, productivity, and compliance with official coding guidelines, payer requirements, and FMH policy. Key Responsibilities Independently review and abstract complex clinical documentation for accurate code assignment. Assign appropriate ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS codes using the 3M encoder across multiple service lines. Resolve coding edits, medical necessity issues, and payer rejections efficiently. Collaborate with providers and the Coding Team...

Our mission at Lifelong Access is to connect individuals with developmental disabilities to their community by helping them break down barriers through a lifetime of meaningful supports. From birth to end of life, Lifelong Access provides a continuum of services and supports for families, children, teens, and adults including residential housing, vocational development, supported employment, high school transition, behavioral health counseling and services, and a wide variety of pediatric therapy supports. Guided by our Core Values, our team members have a strong drive and big hearts for improving the lives of others; a place where we support each other and the individuals who put their trust in us. We are seeking a full-time Medical Billing Specialist . In this role you will oversee the tasks of sending claims to payers, monitoring outstanding balances to ensure each account is paid on time and in full. This position handles all incoming payments, outgoing invoices, database...

Remote work from Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Iowa Description The Inpatient Coder II reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Inpatient Coder II is the coding and reimbursement expert for ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding and ICD-10-PCS procedure coding for complex inpatient acute care discharges. This person possesses a strong foundation in coding conventions, instructions, Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting and Coding Clinics. The Inpatient Coder II has a deep understanding of disease process, anatomy/physiology, pharmacology and medical terminology. Responsibilities Utilizes technical coding expertise to assign appropriate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes to complex inpatient visit types. Complexity is measured by a Case Mix Index (CMI) and Coder II’s typically...

* Obtain appropriate reimbursement levels for professional services by reviewing and coding physician services including but not limited to procedures, evaluation and management services, diagnoses, and modifiers.* Analyze denial and rejection reports, and appeal wherever appropriate.* Submit charges in a timely manner.* Work in collaboration with the team to provide guidance to faculty and staff on the charge capture and documentation processes.* Work in collaboration with clinical revenue management and others, provide guidance to faculty and staff on the charge capture and documentation processes.* Educate physicians and support staff on coding issues, including issues related to fraud.* Assign appropriate CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 codes for professional services as per designated workflow.* Review and resolve edits resulting from these services in a timely manner.* Query physicians to clarify conflicting, imprecise, incomplete, ambiguous, and/or inconsistent documentation when...