Certified Coder

DaMar Staffing; Arizona; On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

DaMar Staffing in Phoenix, AZ seeks an experienced Certified Professional Coder to support AR and denials management for a specialty medical group. This direct-hire role offers stability, growth, and potential remote flexibility for top-tier candidates.

The ideal candidate has CPC or CCS-P, 3 years of coding experience with AR/denials focus, neurology experience preferred, and familiarity with Athena. You will code with ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS, audit claims, resolve denials, and collaborate

Job description

Certified Professional Coder (AR & Denials) Phoenix, AZDirect Hire $27 $32/hr MondayFriday, 8AM5PMConfidential Employer Third-Party Recruiter PostingPotential Remote Flexibility for Experienced Candidates

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Certified Professional Coder to support Accounts Receivable (AR) and Denials Management for a specialty medical group based in Phoenix, AZ. This is a direct-hire opportunity offering stability, growth, and the potential for remote work for top-tier candidates.

The ideal candidate brings strong coding accuracy, experience working denials end-to-end, and comfort working with specialty practices. Neurology experience is a major plus. Familiarity with Athena (Athenahealth) is also preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform accurate coding using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS
• Audit and scrub claims to ensure high clean-claim rates
• Investigate and resolve payer denials; submit corrected claims and appeals
• Monitor AR aging reports and identify trends in payer issues
• Collaborate with providers, billing, and admin teams to prevent repeat denials
• Maintain compliance with payer guidelines and HIPAA regulations
• Apply neurology-specific coding knowledge when applicable
• Use Athena or similar EHR/PM systems for coding and billing workflows

What We're Looking For

• Active CPC or CCS-P certification required
• 3 years professional coding experience, with strong AR/denials focus
• Neurology specialty experience strongly preferred
• Experience with Athena is a plus
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and meet productivity/accuracy expectations
• Excellent communication and documentation skills

Compensation & Schedule

Pay: $27 $32/hr (Direct Hire)

Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:00AM-5:00PM

Location: Phoenix, AZ (Onsite preferred; remote flexibility may be available for experienced candidates)

Why This Opportunity?

• Stable direct-hire role
• Opportunity to specialize in a high-demand field (Neurology)
• Collaborative environment with supportive leadership
• Ability to influence AR performance and denial reduction
• Potential remote option (case-by-case)
• Pay Details: $27.00 to $32.00 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
• Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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