Coding Coordinator (Remote)

Christiana Care Health System; Elkton (MD); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a full-time Coding Coordinator to ensure accurate coding for reimbursement and data collection. Responsibilities include coordinating coding functions, training staff, and improving coding processes. Candidates should have relevant certifications and three years of coding experience. The role offers a competitive hourly pay rate and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

403(b) with company match

Generous paid time off

Wellness reimbursement

Vendor discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Must have RHIA, RHIT, or CCS certification.
• Three years coding experience in a Health Information Management Department is required.
• Experience in implementing and maintaining computer systems is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily coding and support functions.
• Train coding staff on current guidelines.
• Analyze and report trends for improvement.

Skills

Coding accuracy

Communication

Data analysis

Education

RHIA, RHIT or CCS certification

College credits in medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology

Three years coding experience

Job description

Overview

Job Details

ChristianaCare seeks a full-time Coding Coordinator responsible for timely and accurate coding for reimbursement and data collection purposes. Coordinates daily responsibilities of coding and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily coding and coding support functions of Health Information Management Services.
• Receive/print management exception reports, review discrepancies, and correct as necessary. Identify opportunities to reduce inpatient DNFB. Act as a liaison between facility, physician, and ancillary departments for resolution of problematic accounts.
• Develop coding policies and procedures in accordance with CMS, AHIMA, AHA, and AMA guidelines.
• Coordinate installation and training of coding/abstracting computer system enhancements and updates.
• Train coding staff on current guidelines, regulations, codes, payment schemes and data element requirements.
• Serve as a coding subject matter expert to other departments as assigned by the coding management team.
• Analyze and report trends for improvement opportunities.
• Apply Focus PDCA methodology to improve coding section performance.
• Responsible for database accuracy, queries, and report writing relating to coding and abstracting as delegated.
• Verify coding and abstracting accuracy by performing quantitative and qualitative reviews.
• Code inpatient and outpatient accounts as necessary to prevent backlog situations.

Education and Experience

• RHIA, RHIT or CCS certification or equivalent certification/degree.
• College credits in medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Three years coding experience in a Health Information Management Department or equivalent.
• Experience with implementing and maintaining computer systems.

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly Pay Range: $30.34 - $48.55. This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including, without limitation, skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Benefits

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
• 403(b) with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Care advantages including annual membership to care.com, backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirement planning services, financial coaching, wellness reimbursement, and vendor discounts on hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets, and more.

Equal Opportunity & End Date

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, committed to prohibiting discrimination and considering qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Dec 1, 2025

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, and an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/