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Impact Advisors

Medical Coder - Hospital Billing

Impact Advisors, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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About Us Impact Advisors, LLC is a nationally recognized healthcare management consulting firm delivering Best in KLAS advisory, implementation, and optimization services. We are driven by a commitment to exceed client expectations and are proud to be a trusted partner to many of the nation's leading healthcare organizations. Our mission to drive patient-centered, value-driven outcomes has earned us prestigious industry accolades. To learn more about us, visit www.impact-advisors.com.

Job Overview Impact Advisors is seeking an experienced Hospital Billing Medical Coder to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing clinical documentation and accurately assigning CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services. This position ensures coding accuracy, regulatory compliance, and optimal reimbursement. It involves evaluating coding quality, identifying trends or discrepancies, and collaborating with clinicians and revenue cycle teams to improve documentation practices. The coder will code claims in accordance with CMS guidelines, track and escalate coding issues as needed, and meet daily productivity and timeliness goals to ensure claims are released within filing deadlines.

Responsibilities

Review patient medical records to identify appropriate codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services.

Assign and sequence codes according to industry-standard coding guidelines (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS).

Ensure coding accuracy to support correct billing and minimize claim denials or delays.

Work closely with providers to clarify documentation and ensure coding accuracy.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of coding guidelines, payer requirements, and regulatory changes.

Conduct audits and quality checks to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Use electronic health records (EHR) and coding software to code services and enter data.

Participate in coding education and training as needed.

Follow HIPAA and confidentiality guidelines regarding patient health information.

Education And Experience

High School Diploma or GED required, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in health information management or related field preferred.

Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or equivalent credential required.

Minimum of 1–3 years of medical coding experience in an outpatient, inpatient, or specialty setting.

Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.

Proficient with EHR and coding software (e.g., 3M, EncoderPro, Epic, Cerner).

Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.

Excellent communication and analytical skills.

Additional Information

Work Schedule: Remote-friendly with flexible scheduling based on project requirements.

This position is a non-exempt hourly position. Additional benefits and perks may also be available, depending on the position and employment terms.

Our People and Culture At Impact Advisors, we cultivate a caring, fun, honest, and autonomous work environment. Our success stems from our associates' dedication and a shared mission to create a “Positive Impact.” We embrace diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where all employees feel valued and empowered.

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