Autonomous Coding Implementation Analyst and Auditor
 Carle Health | |
$26.48 - $44.22 / hr
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 United States, Illinois, Champaign | |
 Jan 07, 2026 | |
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Overview
The Autonomous Coding Implementation Analyst is responsible for supporting and monitoring theimplementation, accuracy, and optimization of the hospital's autonomous coding (AC) solution. Thishybrid position combines coding expertise with data analytics and system oversight, serving as aliaison 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 reaudit post education. Auditors are responsible to produce coding education materials in formats such as power point or LMS educations systems. Qualifications 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 Mgt, Work Experience: Coding Responsibilities Participate in configuration, testing, and deployment of the autonomous coding platformProvide education as needed, either one on one or in group format to Carle medical staff and HIM coding team membersCompile and track statistics related to the audit process and system configuration changes as service lines are deployedAttend 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 regularlyDevelop education materials related to coding for coding team members and providers in formats such as power point and LMS systemMonitor daily production and exception WQs for autonomous codingAudit accuracy and identify coding logic trendsMaintain dashboards tracking accuracy, turnaround, and productivityCollaborate with vendor and IT to troubleshoot data or system issuesEnsure compliance with ICD-10 CM, CPT/HCPCS, and DRG guidelinesSupport internal and external audits and provide staff education on automation variancesMeet 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 About Us Find it here. 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 BroMenn 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. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $26.48per hour - $44.22per 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 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. | |