Medical Coder

It’s the people that make the difference.  Are you ready to make your impact? 

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services.  The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked top 10 in Orthopedics by U.S. News and World Report.  Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally-renowned Orthopedic and Spine surgeons who pioneer the latest advances in technology and surgical techniques to improve the lives and activity levels of patients around the world.  MOR doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire Soccer Club and DePaul University Athletics. 

 

Ready to join in?  We are looking for a full-time, experienced, Medical Coder to be based at our corporate office near Oak Brook, IL. This position will be Monday through Friday.

 

Responsibilities

• Performs audits of charges submitted, corrects errors, and develops procedures to eliminate future errors from occurring.
• Ensures all encounters are properly entered with billing submitted, by making necessary corrections in the physician practice management system and billing submission systems.
• Generates reports to review overall coding for accuracy and completeness, and to develop enhancements to the coding process.
• Maintains a working knowledge of coding rules and regulations and the associated resources available, as well as familiarity with appropriate modifier usage.
• Researches all information needed to correct and complete the billing process, including obtaining charge information from physicians, nursing staff, and/or technicians.
• Responsible for working and managing the surgical appeals regarding Coding claim denials.
• Ability to appropriately correspond with physicians and others in a professional manner regarding Coding scenarios and issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• At least 3 years’ experience as a Certified Medical Coder. Orthopedic surgical coding experience required.
• Knowledge of CPT and ICD-9/ICD-10 codes.
• Knowledge of utilizing the books for these codes, CodeX, EncoderPro, and Coding Companion for Orthopaedics Surgeons.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and office procedures.
• EMR; Athena experience is a plus.

 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Certified Medical Coder

 

What’s in it for you? MOR offers their employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.  

Pay Range: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour. Compensation at MOR is determined by many factors, which may include but are not limited to, job-related skills and level of experience, education, certifications, geographic location, market data and internal equity. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.  

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• 401(k) Employer Contribution.
• Pet Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA).
• HSA Employer Contribution (when enrolled in a HDHP).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Excellent working relationship with prestigious group of physicians in Orthopedics in the US and #1 in Illinois and Indiana. 

 

Our employees make the difference in our patients’ lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader.  Come see what we’re all about.