Coder II- CCS, CCA, RHIT, RHIA

Andrewsinstitute; Pensacola, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Care is seeking a Coder II to review outpatient records and assign ICD-10-CM or CPT-4 codes accurately, adhering to guidelines and contributing to a 97% accuracy rate.

The role requires RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CCA or CPC certifications, with responsibilities spanning code assignment, documentation validation, and collaboration with the Revenue Integrity team. Remote work with potential ER charge duties may apply.

Qualifications

• RHIA/RHIT, CCS, CCA or CPC certifications required.
• Experience with outpatient coding and guidelines.
• Maintain current knowledge of coding rules and regulatory changes.

Responsibilities

• Review outpatient records and assign ICD-10-CM or CPT-4 codes accurately.
• Apply sequencing guidelines and ensure documentation supports codes.
• Collaborate with Coding Manager and Revenue Integrity to resolve issues.
• Maintain accuracy targets and stay current with regulatory changes.
• May handle ER Facility charges if applicable.
• Support department goals and participate in on-campus weather/disaster preparedness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Medical coding

Documentation review

Team collaboration

Education

RHIA_AHIMA

RHIT_AHIMA

CCS_AHIMA

CCA_AHIMA

CPC_AAPC

Job description

The Coder II reviews outpatient records and accurately assigns appropriate ICD-10-CM or CPT-4 codes according to established guidelines with 97% accuracy rate, while maintaining coding standards for productivity. This position reviews outpatient records and assigns codes according to outpatient rules. The Coder II may be responsible for ER Facility Charging, if applicable. This position follows up on outstanding unbilled accounts on a regular basis. This positon does not have excessive re-bills.

Responsibilities

Reviews patient medical records and accurately assigns appropriate ICD-10-CM or CPT-4 codes according to established guidelines. Applies sequencing guidelines to coded data according to official coding rules. Reviews medical records to ensure appropriate documentation is there to support codes/ER charges assigned. Responsible for being knowledgeable of coding and diagnostic procedures, as well as remaining current about federal legislative changes that affect outcome. Communicates questions or concerns to the Coding Manager, HIM Services Director, or BHC’s Revenue Integrity Department to ensure prompt resolution. Works with medical staff to resolve coding issues and associated problems. Works as a team member to achieve goals for department. Maintains current knowledge/certification and pursues professional growth and development.Assist in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization. May be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters.

Qualifications

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA_AHIMA) Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT_AHIMA) Certified Coding Specialist (CCS_AHIMA) Certified Coding Associate (CCA_AHIMA) Certified Professional Coder (CPC_AAPC)

About Us

Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includesthree hospitals, four medical parks,Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.

Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law. Certain positions may require a Level 2 Background check through AHCA. Additional information about this requirement can be found here: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse

Job Info

• Job Identification 9466
• Job Category Non-clinical Professional
• Posting Date 03/23/2026, 01:39 PM
• Locations 123 Baptist Way, Pensacola, FL, 32503, US
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Work Environment Remote (work from home)
• FTE 1.0 FT
• Work Hours Monday-Friday - Days