Coding Educator

Coding Educator
Position Highlights:

• Position: Coding Educator
• Location: Hybrid (Skokie, IL and remote)
• Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
• Hours: Monday-Friday, during normal hours

What you will do:

• Provide care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria appropriate to the age and type of the patients/customers served in their area.
• Present as a coding resource for other coders, physicians, charge entry staff and clinical staff.
• Participates in continuing education and in-service programs to NSUHS to maintain coding and billing skills.
• Communicate coding changes and updates with physicians based on department standards.
• Queries physician and/or staff regarding incomplete or missing documentation.
• Work resolute charge review work queues with the purpose of correcting coding errors, reviewing documentation and applying coding guidelines to ensure the accurate and timely filling of charges.
• Ensure service, procedure and diagnoses codes are accurately reported and linked.
• Assign CPT, ICD-10 and HCPCS codes based on coding guidelines.
• Queries Physician/Provider when applicable
• Maintain productivity and aging levels based on department standards.
• Identify trends in coding issues and works with manager to educate and implement solutions.

What you will need:

• Education: High school diploma, required
• Skills:
  • Knowledge of medical terminology, the ability to analyze and interpret medical documents (e.g., encounter forms, progress notes), and apply coding and/or local Medical policy guidelines/regulations.
  • Must be able to perform multiple tasks and detailed work problem solve, reason and perform basic mathematical calculations.
  • Must be able to use computer with current Windows applications. Passing scores on the following Competency Assessments: 1) Basic Computer Skills Test 2) Typing Test (20 WPM)
• Experience:
  • 1-2 years of outpatient coding and billing experience preferred.
  • Experience within a multi-specialty physician group preferred.
  • Experience with EPIC or EMR preferred.
• Certification: CCS, CCS-P, CPC, CPC-A , CCA, or RHIT, successfully complete skills certification test according to policy

Benefits:

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options, including Domestic Partner Coverage
• 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
• Visa Sponsorship Available (Nursing and Lab roles)

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 www.endeavorhealth.org.
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 (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".
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