Health Information Management Jobs in Illinois

INTRODUCTION

Huron helps its clients drive growth, enhance performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. We help healthcare organizations build innovation capabilities and accelerate key growth initiatives, enabling organizations to own the future, instead of being disrupted by it. Together, we empower clients to create sustainable growth, optimize internal processes and deliver better consumer outcomes.

Health systems, hospitals and medical clinics are under immense pressure to improve clinical outcomes and reduce the cost of providing patient care. Investing in new partnerships, clinical services and technology is not enough to create meaningful and substantive change. To succeed long-term, healthcare organizations must empower leaders, clinicians, employees, affiliates and communities to build cultures that foster innovation to achieve the best outcomes for patients.

Joining the Huron team means you’ll help our clients evolve and adapt to the rapidly changing healthcare environment and optimize existing business operations, improve clinical outcomes, create a more consumer-centric healthcare experience, and drive physician, patient and employee engagement across the enterprise. Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The HIM & Coding Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing Health Information Management and medical coding operations to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant clinical data and coding practices. This role supports enterprise data integrity, regulatory compliance, and optimal reimbursement through strong operational oversight, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous process improvement. This position is hybrid and requires regular onsite presence in Athol, MA.

Operational Leadership:

• Oversee day-to-day HIM and coding operations ensuring timely completion of workflows and adherence to organizational standards
• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff including hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management
• Monitor productivity, accuracy, and turnaround time across HIM and coding teams
• Manage departmental budget and ensure effective resource utilization
• Delegate work, set clear expectations, and ensure accountability across the team

Quality & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with ICD-10, CPT/HCPCS, CMS/OIG regulations, and internal data governance standards
• Conduct coding audits and HIM data reviews to maintain accuracy and regulatory compliance
• Investigate coding denials, data discrepancies, and documentation issues; implement corrective actions
• Maintain and update policies and procedures to align with regulatory and organizational requirements

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Partnership:

• Partner with CDI, Revenue Integrity, Billing, IT, and clinical teams to support accurate documentation and clean claims
• Collaborate with providers to ensure complete and timely clinical documentation
• Support EHR, encoder, and coding system optimization initiatives
• Align department goals with revenue cycle and organizational priorities

Performance Management & Continuous Improvement:

• Monitor HIM and coding KPIs and implement strategies to improve operational and financial outcomes
• Analyze performance data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and service delivery
• Promote a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement

Education & Team Development:

• Provide ongoing education related to coding updates, documentation standards, and compliance requirements
• Mentor staff and support professional development and succession planning
• Deliver performance feedback, coaching, and recognition
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of healthcare operations and/or medical coding experience
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
• Preferred certifications: RHIT, RHIA, CPC, and/or CCS
• Experience with EHR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner) and coding/encoder tools
• Strong knowledge of DRG assignments, HCCs, NCCI edits, and medical necessity requirements
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required); experience with data analytics/reporting tools preferred
• Experience working with data from multiple sources
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in a partnership-oriented environment
• Ability to support performance improvement and operational transformation initiatives
• Current permanent U.S. Work Authorization required

COMPENSATION

• The estimated salary range for this job is $90,000 - $125,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy and Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.

Position Level

Manager

Country

United States of America