Job Details

Salary: $20.45 - $22.50 Hourly
Location : Springfield, IL
Job Type: Civil Service
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2401709
Department: SIU HealthCare Coding-SMS
Division: N/A
Opening Date: 02/06/2026
Closing Date: 2/16/2026 2:00 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME Local 370
Shift: Days
ExemptorNon_Exempt: Non-Exempt

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Description
The primary purpose of this position is to assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for inpatient and outpatient services by reviewing medical records documentation for those services provided by a physician or other qualified healthcare professionals.

Examples of Duties
Coding and Reimbursement 90%

1. Review documentation and assign diagnosis and procedure codes for ancillary and other physician services using standardized coding systems such as ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS.
2. Review records for accuracy in the usage and/or assignment of modifiers for Evaluation and Management services along with any procedure modifiers as applicable.
3. Respond to requests from Patient Business Services for assistance in correction of claim information in regard to coding, dates of service, place of service, provider information, etc. This assistance is also inclusive of writing appeal letters that would be submitted to insurance for reconsideration of a denied claim.
4. Provide expert advice and guidance to administrators, faculty, and staff as it relates to coding and documentation along with any third party payer regulations.
5. Assist other coding staff in the unit to provide coverage as needed and assist in training other coders when requested.

Miscellaneous 10%

1. Other duties assigned.

Qualifications
Credentials to be Verified by Placement Officer

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Current certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-based (CCS-P) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), or current certification as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or a Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) (formerly CPC-H certification).
3. One (1) year/twelve (12) months of work experience comparable to that performed at the Reimbursement Coding Representative level of this series or in other positions of comparable responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSA's)

1. Possession of personal attributes listed for Reimbursement Coding Representative.
2. Skill in researching complex coding questions.
3. Ability to supervise others.
4. Ability to compose reports.
5. Mathematical ability.
6. Maintains confidentiality of patient health information at all times.

Condition of Employment

Out of State Applicants that apply to Springfield vacancies in classifications in the occupational area of Professional, Semi-Professional, or Managerial will be subject to the following Condition of Employment: Pursuant to the State University Civil Service System, an out-of-state resident who is hired into this position must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of their start date.

Supplemental Information
If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or call 217-###-#### Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community.

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"Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act."

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.

Pre-employment background screenings required.
Paid time off: Includes 12 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of service

Paid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall ill

Health, Dental, and Life insurance

Optional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.

Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.

Long-term Disability Insurance

Flexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollars

Voluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).

Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursement

Leaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employees

Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult times

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