Professional Coder, Primary Care

at NorthShore University Health System in Skokie, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Position Overview
We are currently seeking aMedical Records Coder - Primary Care for ourHealth Information Management

Position Highlights
Position: Medical Coder III
Location: Skokie, IL
Full Time, Mon-Fri, Standard Business Hours, Hybrid

Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
Assign ICD-10 diagnosis and procedure codes adhering to AHA coding guidelines at 95% accuracy utilizing CAC/3M encoder.
Abstract required data elements at time of production coding.
Assign POA indicators to ensure proper payment as part of pay for performance initiatives.
Adheres to CDI program guidelines to assign the MS DRG that accurately reflects the severity of the patient's illness.
Code all inpatient work types meeting productivity standards.
Handle patient information with discretion and integrity.
Completes all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Our ideal candidate will have:
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).
Minimum 1yearexperience coding all inpatient types (Medicare, Medicaid, Commercial) required(2years preferred).
Ability to follow detailed instructions with a high degree of accuracy.
Full understanding of ICD-10-CM, DRG and Rehab PPS payment groups and all applicable rules and regulations.

Benefits:
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options, including Domestic Partner Coverage
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking at designated locations
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 .

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 () 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.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

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