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Access Community Health Network

HIM Coder

Access Community Health Network, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Pay Range This range is provided by Access Community Health Network. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base Pay Range $20.29/hr - $23.89/hr

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We do not discriminate for any reason. We welcome talented individuals who believe in our mission, drive the organization forward, and recognize the positive impact they can bring to our communities.

Company Overview Access Community Health Network (ACCESS) is a nationally recognized leader in community health, innovating and improving our integrated care model to address the total health and wellness of our patients. Our dedicated staff are committed to advancing health equity and making a long-term impact on the health outcomes of the more than 150,000 patients that count on ACCESS as their medical home each year.

Position Summary The HIM Coder is responsible for reviewing provider documentation and assigned procedure and diagnosis codes, modifying them as necessary. This role focuses primarily on office‑based Evaluation and Management (E&M) services. The coder also identifies patterns of documentation or coding errors and reports them to the HIM Manager to support the development of corrective action plans.

Core Job Responsibilities

Complete coding assignments in accordance with FQHC coding and reimbursement guidelines, maintaining minimal error rates

Assign or review ICD-10 diagnosis and CPT/HCPCS codes with appropriate modifiers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with payer policies and regulatory requirements

Apply FQHC-specific coding guidelines for Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial plans

Work within assigned charge review, claim edit, and follow‑up work queues; respond to system edits and assign codes/modifiers per established guidelines

Interpret basic payer guidelines for coding and claim submission; collaborate with the HIM Manager for clarification when needed

Accurately code charges to ensure clean claim submission to all payers

Resolve most coding‑related issues with patients and payers

Demonstrate familiarity with NCDs, LCDs, and NCCI edits

Communicate with providers regarding documentation and coding issues under the direction of the HIM Manager

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent

One of the following certifications: CPC, CPC-P, or CCS-P, RHIT or RHIA with the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

Six months of medical coding experience (coding practicum experience considered)

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree

Six months of working within an electronic health record system (Epic preferred)

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement and scholarship program

Comprehensive healthcare coverage including Medical, Dental, and Vision

Generous PTO after introduction period

403(b) retirement plan and financial resources to help you save and plan for your retirement

Life insurance

Opportunity to participate in cross‑departmental committees to innovate and transform our care delivery model and our workplace

Additional Information ACCESS is a Network of Federally Qualified Health Centers treating patients on the frontlines of community‑based health care. Candidates may be required to be vaccinated against communicable diseases and provide supporting documentation proving vaccination, or apply for exemptions.

Employment Details

Seniority Level: Associate

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care, Hospitals, and Medical Practices

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