Certified Medical Coder- Remote- Local Massachusetts Only

Kappaalphapsi1911; Massachusetts; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Massachusetts is seeking a fully remote Certified Medical Coder. This full-time position offers flexible hours and a generous benefits package. Candidates must be certified and reside in Massachusetts or nearby states. Responsibilities include coding for facility and office-based services, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing accurate coded encounters to the billing department.

Benefits

Up to 8% company retirement contribution

Generous Paid Time Off

10 paid holidays

Paid professional development

Comprehensive health and welfare benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of surgical facility coding experience required.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT-4 coding required.

Responsibilities

• Assign diagnosis and procedure codes for compliant billing.
• Review medical records for coding accuracy.
• Ensure adherence to CMS/Medicare regulations.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication

Problem-solving

Team player

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

2-4 year healthcare-related degree

Certification in medical coding

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Certified Medical Coder - Remote - Massachusetts Only

Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients across 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our team includes 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, working closely with hospital partners, community specialists, and skilled nursing facilities. Our mission is to transform care to improve lives. We provide high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, and cost-effective care, building trust and understanding with each patient to enhance their health and well-being. Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on developing the leading value-based care system in the country.

SUMMARY

We are seeking a fully remote Certified Medical Coder to join our Newton, Massachusetts team. This full-time, benefit-eligible position offers flexible hours Monday through Friday, tailored to your schedule. Candidates must be certified through AAPC and/or AHIMA and reside in Massachusetts or surrounding states. Joining Atrius Health offers valuable industry experience, a generous benefits package, flexible scheduling within business hours, and support for ongoing professional development.

Under general supervision, the Certified Medical Coder will assign diagnosis and procedure codes to ensure compliant billing for facility and select office-based services (e.g., endoscopy, oncology chemotherapy infusions). Responsibilities include reviewing medical records (operative and pathology reports) for coding accuracy, ensuring physician signatures are complete, and adhering to CMS/Medicare regulations. The role requires technical knowledge of ICD-9, ICD-10, and CPT-4 coding systems. The coder will provide accurate coded encounters to the billing department, notify clinicians of missing information, and follow up as needed.

EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC) required; a 2-4 year healthcare-related degree is preferred.
• Certification in medical coding (CCS, CCS-P, CPC, or equivalent from AHIMA or AAPC) is required.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 3 years of surgical facility coding experience required.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, ICD-10, and CPT-4 coding required.

SKILLS

• Understanding of healthcare operations from both medical and business perspectives.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and energetic team player.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, internet, and email; strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.

Atrius Health is committed to non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All employees and applicants will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other diversity dimensions.

Benefits Include:

• Up to 8% company retirement contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid professional development
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits

Atrius Health is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment practices based on protected characteristics. Applicants are protected under laws such as FMLA, EEO, and EPPA. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and encourage protected veteran and disabled applicant referrals.