Certified Medical Coder

DaMar Staffing; River Hills (WI); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

EAP and wellness

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Remote Medical Coder with expertise in coding and compliance. This role requires CCS/CPC credentials or other AHIMA/AAPC certifications, and a Cardiology specialization.

You will abstract medical data, assign CPT/HCPCS/ICD-10-CM codes, and ensure accurate DRG/APC assignments while adhering to AHIMA guidelines. The position emphasizes collaboration with physicians, adherence to reimbursement rules, and maintaining high productivity.

Qualifications

• CCS credential (AHIMA) required before hire date
• CPC credential (AAPC) required before hire date
• Cardiac coding credential (AAPC) required before hire date
• RHIA credential (AHIMA) required before hire date
• RHIT credential (AHIMA) required before hire date

Responsibilities

• Abstract medical information and assign ICD, CPT, HCPCS codes
• Query physicians to clarify documentation and educate staff
• Conduct internal coding audits adhering to AHIMA guidelines
• Maintain productivity and stay current with evolving coding and reimbursement rules

Skills

Revenue cycle

Charge capture

Denials management

EPIC experience

Cardiology coding

E/M coding

CPT coding

HCPCS coding

ICD-10-CM knowledge

Education

CCS credential

CPC credential

Cardiac coding credential

RHIA credential

RHIT credential

Job description

Your Future Role At A Glance

Location: Remote

Department: Revenue Cycle Management

Schedule: Full-time | Day Shift

How You'll Make An Impact In This Role

• Abstract & Code Records: Abstract relevant medical information and assign accurate ICD, CPT, and HCPCS codes to establish DRG or APC assignments, including handling complex cases.
• Query & Collaborate: Query physicians to clarify ambiguous, incomplete, or unclear record documentation, and provide appropriate education to physicians and associates.
• Audit & Comply: Conduct internal coding and physician documentation audits while maintaining strict adherence to AHIMA's Standards of Ethical Coding and official guidelines.
• Perform & Stay Current: Maintain required productivity and quality standards while continually keeping up-to-date with evolving coding, compliance, and reimbursement rules.

What Minimum Requirements You'll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. All specialties accepted.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. All specialties accepted.
• Coder specializing in Cardiac credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Reg Health Info Admnstr credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Reg Health Info Tech credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences:

• 40 hours a week | M-F | Hours between 6 Am - 6 Pm Central Time Zone | No weekends or holidays
• Minimum 3–5 years of professional fee coding experience in a multi-specialty or hospital-based environment.
• Prior experience with E/M leveling, and complex specialty coding; Extensive experience in Cardiology and Electrophysiology.
• Familiarity with revenue cycle operations, charge capture, edits, and denials management.
• Experience with electronic health records (EPIC preferred) and coding workflow tools (encoder).
• Knowledge of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, CMS guidelines, NCCI edits, and payer‑specific policy requirements.

Benefits That Help You Thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life At Ascension: Where Purpose Meets Opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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