Coding Denials Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Abstracts and codes physician services and diagnoses, assigns CPT and ICD9 codes, and completes coding worksheets.
• Ensures charge capture through reconciliations and provides documentation feedback to physicians, maintaining coding reference information.
• Trains physicians and staff on billing and coding guidelines, attends meetings, and communicates updates.

Competencies:

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of coding rules and demonstrates exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Balances multiple priorities, uses effective judgment, and resolves challenging situations with strong verbal and written communication.
• Utilizes personal computers, Microsoft Office, and database software, maintaining confidentiality and attention to detail.

Qualifications and Additional Information:

• Requires RHIA, RHIT, CPC, or CCS certification with 0-2 years of relevant experience; a degree in Health Information Management is preferred.
• Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer conducting background checks and using AI tools in some candidate review portions.
• Offers a wide range of benefits for physical, emotional, and financial well-being, with specific eligibility for sign-on bonuses.