Coding Rep II

Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development; Cincinnati (OH); Remote; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development is seeking a remote Medical Coder with 2+ years of ED/urgent care coding experience. You will review records, assign ICD-10-CM and CPT codes, and support timely billing while adhering to CMS and state guidelines. Training requires on-site attendance for 3–6 months.

Remote opportunity with day shifts and 40 hours per week. Eligibility for certification and ongoing education is encouraged to strengthen coding quality.

Qualifications

• Experience with ED or urgent care coding.
• Exposure to ED-to-inpatient coding, procedures, and infusions.
• Ability to apply existing processes when information is incomplete or a situation is less routine.
• Clear organization and follow-through when managing documentation and billing timelines.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records and abstract clinical data into Epic and/or Fastrack.
• Assign ICD-10-CM and/or CPT codes accurately and ethically using approved coding resources.
• Review encounters requiring documentation or clarification to support timely billing.
• Meet established productivity, deadline, bill-hold, and accounts receivable goals.
• Maintain current knowledge of CMS, State of Ohio, and official coding guidance.
• Identify coding process improvement opportunities and communicate ideas to management.

Skills

ED coding experience

Inpatient coding exposure

Strong organization

Ethical coding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CCS/RHIT/RHIA/CPC/CPC-A/CCS-P certification

Tools

Epic/Fastrack

Job description

• Expected Starting Pay Range $25.82 - $32.28
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

• Expected Starting Pay Range $25.82 - $32.28
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Primary Location

Remote

Department

Coding Services

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Schedule

Full time

Weekly Hours

40

FTE

1

Employee Status

Regular

While this is a remote opportunity, you must be able to attend training onsite for the first 3-6 months. Bring your coding experience to work that supports timely, accurate billing across emergency and urgent care services. This role reviews medical records, assigns accurate ICD-10-CM and/or CPT codes, resolves documentation needs, and contributes ideas that strengthen coding processes.

What You Will Do

• Review medical records and abstract clinical data into Epic and/or Fastrack.
• Assign ICD-10-CM and/or CPT codes accurately and ethically using approved coding resources.
• Review encounters requiring documentation or clarification to support timely billing.
• Meet established productivity, deadline, bill-hold, and accounts receivable goals.
• Maintain current knowledge of CMS, State of Ohio, and official coding guidance.
• Identify coding process improvement opportunities and communicate ideas to management.

What Will Help You Be Successful

• Experience with ED or urgent care coding.
• Exposure to ED-to-inpatient coding, procedures, and infusions.
• Ability to apply existing processes when information is incomplete or a situation is less routine.
• Clear organization and follow-through when managing documentation and billing timelines.

Job Qualifications (Required)

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of work experience.
• Certification or credential as CCS, RHIT, RHIA, CPC, CPC-A, or CCS-P.

Preferred Qualifications

• ED or urgent care coding experience, including exposure to procedures, infusions, and ED-to-inpatient work. This is helpful, not an absolute requirement beyond the approved qualifications.

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children's Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation'sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future— for all of us.

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability