Coder I (Hospital Outpatient) - Full Time - Days

AECOM; Arlington (TX); Remote; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a top healthcare company as a Hospital Outpatient Coder I in a full-time remote position. You will interpret health records, assign codes, and ensure compliance with industry guidelines. Candidates will benefit from a supportive culture offering comprehensive benefits including 401(k) matching and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Health insurance options

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification such as CCA, COC, RHIT, CPC, or RHIA preferred.
• 1-year experience in outpatient coding is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret health records for coding.
• Utilize coding software and references accurately.
• Assign ICD-10-CM and CPT codes following guidelines.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT guidelines

Ability to interpret health records

Knowledge of coding software and EHR systems

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ICD-10 and CPT coding courses

Associate’s Degree in Health Information Technology

Bachelor’s Degree in Health Information Administration

Job description

**Hospital Outpatient Coder I**

**Full Time - Remote**

_Are you looking for a rewarding career with a top healthcare company? We’re seeking qualified_ Coder _to join our Texas Health family._

**Position Highlights**

• Work location: Remote, with possible requirement to attend training/meetings in person
• Work hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

**Requirements**

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or
• Completion of ICD-10 and CPT coding courses from a recognized organization (e.g., AAPC, AHIMA) with proof of internship hours, or
• Associate’s Degree in Health Information Technology with proof of internship hours, or
• Bachelor’s Degree in Health Information Administration with proof of internship hours

**Experience**

• Preferred: 1 year in acute care hospital outpatient coding
• Alternatively, no experience required if coursework or degree completed

**Licenses and Certifications**

• CCA, COC, RHIT, CPC, or RHIA with 12 months of required experience

**Skills**

• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT guidelines
• Ability to interpret health records
• Knowledge of coding software and EHR systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

**Responsibilities**

• Review and interpret health records for coding
• Utilize coding software and references accurately
• Assign ICD-10-CM and CPT codes following guidelines
• Query physicians for documentation clarity
• Abstract relevant data from medical records
• Maintain coding proficiency and compliance

**Why Texas Health?** We offer comprehensive benefits including 401(k) matching, paid time off, health insurance options, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, and more. Our culture is inclusive, supportive, and driven by excellence, recognized by awards such as Fortune’s "100 Best Companies to Work For" and others. Explore our careers at https://jobs.texashealth.org/.

**Questions?** Contact us at [e-mail].

Texas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities reflect wholly owned Texas Health Resources entities.