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Advocate Aurora Health

Coder Specialist, Inpatient

Advocate Aurora Health

. Support inpatient academic coding .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $33 - $50 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced proficiency in ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding, along with a strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology. Capable of collaborating effectively with clinical teams and ensuring compliance with coding guidelines and regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Coding Certification (AAPC or AHIMA)Advanced Proficiency in ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS7 Years' Experience Inpatient CodingExcellent Oral and Written Communication SkillsExperience in Revenue Cycle Processes

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Hard Skills
Inpatient CodingICD-10-CM CodingCPT CodingHCPCS CodingMedical TerminologyAnatomyPhysiologyClinical Documentation ImprovementRevenue Cycle ProcessesAttention to Detail
Soft Skills
Excellent Organization SkillsPrioritization SkillsAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal SkillsIndependent Judgment
Tools & Technologies
EMR SoftwareComputer Assisted Coding SoftwareMicrosoft OfficeElectronic Coding Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
Coding Certification (AAPC or AHIMA)
Industry Keywords
Official Coding GuidelinesFederal RegulationsInsurance RegulationsAHIMA Standards of Ethical CodingPayer AuditsQuality StandardsProductivity Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Support inpatient academic coding
  • Review complex inpatient documentation at a highly skilled and proficient level
  • Assign diagnosis and procedure codes using ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS
  • Ensure correct code selection according to Official Coding Guidelines and federal and insurance regulations
  • Use an EMR and/or Computer Assisted Coding software
  • Adhere to organizational and department policies and procedures
  • Code high-dollar and long-length-of-stay cases for all patient types
  • Research coding topics and follow query guidelines and coding standards
  • Obtain clarification of inaccurate documentation when appropriate
  • Serve as a subject matter expert to coding leaders and peers
  • Recommend policy and procedure modifications to align with government regulations
  • Maintain continuing education through webinars, CPT Assistant guidelines, and coding clinics
  • Follow AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding and official coding guidelines
  • Collaborate with Clinical Documentation Improvement and Quality teams to reconcile Medicare cases and working DRGs
  • Communicate with clinicians about disease processes to ensure accurate coding
  • Participate in payer audits and meetings as a coding resource
  • Attend clinical team meetings regarding complex-specialty code updates
  • Maintain patient-record confidentiality and report perceived non-compliance
  • Meet or exceed departmental quality (95%+) and productivity (100%) standards
  • Support discharged not final billed (DNFB) productivity expectations
  • Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Coding Certification issued by AAPC or AHIMA
  • Associate's Degree in Health Information Management or related field
  • Typically requires 7 years' experience inpatient coding in an acute care tertiary facility
  • Experience in revenue cycle processes, Clinical Documentation Improvement, research, and health information workflows
  • Advanced proficiency in ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines
  • Advanced knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
  • Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office, electronic mail, and electronic coding systems or applications
  • Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent organization, prioritization, and reading comprehension skills
  • Excellent analytical skills and high attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment and decision-making
  • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively
  • Must be able to sit for extended periods and continuously concentrate
  • May be required to travel to other sites

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Comprehensive Total Rewards benefits and well-being programs
  • Competitive compensation
  • Generous retirement offerings
  • Career development programs
  • Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual performance-based increases
  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Adoption assistance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
  • Financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program