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R1 RCM Senior Medical Coder in Chicago, Illinois
R1 is the leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of hospitals, health systems and medical groups. We are the one company that combines the deep expertise of a global workforce of revenue cycle professionals with the industry’s most advanced technology platform, encompassing sophisticated analytics, AI, intelligent automation, and workflow orchestration.
As our Senior Coder , you will help ensure accurate medical coding and billing for our clients to optimize revenue cycle management. Every day you will review production and quality reports to ensure diagnostic and procedure codes were applied appropriately and provide feedback and guidance to coding teams. To thrive in this role, you must have experience running and analyzing coding reports, family practice coding experience, and carry an AHIMA or AAPC coding certificate: CPC or CSS.
Here’s what you will experience working as a Senior Medical Coder:
Review productivity and quality reports to ensure accurate and compliant coding practices according to current coding guidelines, regulations, and best practices
Fill in coding production gaps as needed: assigns codes for diagnoses, treatments and procedures according to the appropriate classification system for professional service encounters to determine the highest level of specificity ICD-10 codes, CPT codes, HCPCS codes, and modifiers
Identify coding discrepancies (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers) and provide feedback to coding staff to improve accuracy; provide ongoing guidance clinical staff, coding teams, and internal departments on trends
Assist in developing and implementing coding policies and procedures in collaboration with clinical and coding teams
Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) adheres to official coding guidelines
Required Skills:
High school diploma or GED
AAPC or AHIMA Certified coding professional: CPC, CCS
Strong understanding of medical terminology, healthcare documentation
In depth knowledge of coding guidelines including ICD-10, HCPCS, and CPT and E/M coding as demonstrated through work experience as a medical coder in multiple specialties, adapting to coding changes
Ability to navigate Cerner and use Excel for reporting and data analysis
For this US-based position, the base pay range is $18.58 - $29.49 per hour . Individual pay is determined by role, level, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
The healthcare system is always evolving — and it’s up to us to use our shared expertise to find new solutions that can keep up. On our growing team you’ll find the opportunity to constantly learn, collaborate across groups and explore new paths for your career.
Our associates are given the chance to contribute, think boldly and create meaningful work that makes a difference in the communities we serve around the world. We go beyond expectations in everything we do. Not only does that drive customer success and improve patient care, but that same enthusiasm is applied to giving back to the community and taking care of our team — including offering a competitive benefits package. (http://go.r1rcm.com/benefits)
R1 RCM Inc. (“the Company”) is dedicated to the fundamentals of equal employment opportunity. The Company’s employment practices , including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and termination shall not be based on any person’s age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the Company is dedicated to providing a workplace free from harassment based on any of the foregoing protected categories.
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R1 is the leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of hospitals, health systems and medical groups. We are the one company that combines the deep expertise of a global workforce of revenue cycle professionals with the industry’s most advanced technology platform, encompassing sophisticated analytics, AI, intelligent automation and workflow orchestration.
Headquartered near Salt Lake City, Utah, R1 employs over 29,000 people globally.
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