Autonomous Coding Implementation Analyst and Auditor

Overview

The Autonomous Coding Implementation Analyst is responsible for supporting and monitoring the implementation, accuracy, and optimization of the hospital's autonomous coding (AC) solution. This hybrid position combines coding expertise with data analytics and system oversight, serving as a liaison between HIM Operations and Revenue Cycle Systems ensuring the workflows are compliant, efficient and aligned with revenue cycle goals. Auditors help identify training needs through ongoing internal provider and staff audits and assist with remediation and reevaluation post‑education.

Auditors are responsible for producing coding education materials in formats such as Power Point or LMS education systems.

• Certifications:
  
  Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) – American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA);
  Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) – American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA);
  Certified Professional Coder (CPC) – American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC);
  Certified Professional Coder – Hospital (CPCH) – American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC);
  Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) – American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA);
  Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) – American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
• Education:
  
  Associate's Degree:
  Health Information Management
• Work Experience:
  
  Coding

• Participate in configuration, testing, and deployment of the autonomous coding platform
• Provide education as needed, either one‑on‑one or in group format to Carle medical staff and HIM coding team members
• Compile and track statistics related to the audit process and system configuration changes as service lines are deployed
• Attend meetings as required with providers and coding team members on topics related to autonomous coding process and auditing of results
• Engage software vendor in configuration updates regularly
• Develop education materials related to coding for coding team members and providers in formats such as Power Point and LMS system
• Monitor daily production and exception WQs for autonomous coding
• Audit accuracy and identify coding logic trends
• Maintain dashboards tracking accuracy, turnaround, and productivity
• Collaborate with vendor and IT to troubleshoot data or system issues
• Ensure compliance with ICD‑10 CM, CPT/HCPCS, and DRG guidelines
• Support internal and external audits and provide staff education on automation variances
• Meet with HIM Leaders and RCST to ensure the autonomous coding software is accurately processing the codes for the final bill
• Work with HIM coding management team to establish coding guidelines and assure coding team audits are reflected in the software
• Report compliance or other concerns directly to HIM Director of Coding/Education/Audit/CDI as needed or indicated

Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle Bro Menn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care.

The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering‑based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life‑long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E‑Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.

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The compensation range for this position is $26.48 per hour – $44.22 per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.

Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.