Coder II - Cardiology

Department:

13495 Enterprise Revenue Cycle - Coding Production Operations: Professional Coding Operations Surgical and Complex

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Will support:
Cardiology

Schedule:
Monday - Friday 1st shift 8:00 am to 5:00 pm CST (with some flexibility on the start time)  40 hours a week.

Certification required:
An active coding certification issued by the American Academy of Coders (AAPC) OR

American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA); 

Dual certifications, preferred

Remote opportunity:
Advocate Health may approve those who wish to work out of the following registered states: AL, AK, AR, AZ, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, LA, KS, KY, ME, MI, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, WV, WY

Pay Range
$26.55 - $39.85

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Independently perform complex, specialty-specific professional fee coding (CPT/HCPCS and ICD-10-CM) for physician services rendered in both office and hospital settings, ensuring expert application of modifiers and E/M guidelines, or;  

Perform entry-level facility coding for simple outpatient encounters (e.g., diagnostic imaging, labs) and basic inpatient services (e.g., uncomplicated admissions, short stays) using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS, where applicable 

Ensure all coding adheres strictly to official guidelines (e.g., provided by AAPC or AHIMA), federal regulations (CMS), and organizational compliance standards 

Identify the need for formal clinical queries for documentation clarification when necessary for professional or facility records 

Maintain high accuracy and productivity standards appropriate to the complexity of the assigned workload 

May provide informal guidance to new coding staff on professional coding nuances 

​Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
An active coding certification issued by the American Academy of Coders (AAPC) OR American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA); Dual certifications, preferred

Education Required:

High School Diploma or Equivalent required 

Completion of an accredited medical coding or HIM program (or equivalent experience) 

Experience Required:
​For Entry-Level Roles (Basic Inpatient/Simple Outpatient) 
Foundational experience in facility coding (via education, externship, or applied work) covering basic outpatient and basic inpatient records. 

Experience with Epic or similar electronic health record systems is a plus  

For Proficient Roles (Complex Professional Coding) 
Minimum of 3-5 years of direct professional fee coding experience in a multi-specialty environment is required 

Experience with professional procedural coding (e.g., surgical, interventional procedures) is preferred 

Experience with Epic or similar electronic health record systems is required 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Proficient knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pathophysiology 

Advanced proficiency in CPT/HCPCS and ICD-10-CM/PCS coding systems 

Basic understanding of facility payment methodologies (MS-DRGs) as they apply to simple encounters 

Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to context-switch between different coding guidelines 

Ability to work independently, manage a varied workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
​Exposed to normal office environment in a remote work setting 

Job may require occasional travel for training or meetings, therefore, may be exposed to road and weather hazards 

May need to be able to lift up to 40 lbs. occasionally (e.g., equipment) 

Sits the majority of the workday, but also may lift, reach, and bend throughout the day 

Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job 

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

Incentive pay for select positions

Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health 

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise.

It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.