CODING SPECIALIST II

Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

403(b) retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Mental Health resources

Disability benefits

Discounts on auto & home insurance

Rewards & Recognition

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Coding Specialist II to review and code inpatient, observation, and surgical records for reimbursement and compliance. You will work with ICD, CPT, HCPCS coding and use Meditech/Epic systems, maintaining high-quality coding standards.

Ideal candidates have a HIM-related degree or appropriate certifications and at least 2 years of acute care coding experience. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years acute care facility coding experience
• HIM degree or CCS/CCA/CPC certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Identify, review, and code clinical information for reimbursement and compliance.
• Abstract data from inpatient, observation, and surgical records.
• Ensure coding accuracy and timely submission.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

English communication

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Health Information Management or related field

CCS/CCA/CCS-P/CPC-H/CPC certification

Tools

Meditech

Epic

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Coding systems (ICD/CPT/HCPCS)

Job description

Join Our Team at Mercy Medical Center – Now Hiring a Coding Specialist II !

Mercy Medical Center is honored to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for three consecutive years (2023–2025) and as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2025. Additionally, we are proud to be a multi‑time recipient of Forbes' America's Best Midsize Employers award, most recently in 2025.

As a hospital founded by the Sisters of Mercy, we offer a supportive and empowering environment where dedicated medical professionals thrive.

Responsibilities

The Coding Specialist II identifies, reviews, interprets, codes, and abstracts clinical information from inpatient, observation, and in our surgical records for the purpose of reimbursement, research and compliance with federal and state regulations and other agencies utilizing established coding principles and protocols.

Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED
• Associate’s Degree in Health Information Management or related field from an accredited two‑year college or technical school, or Bachelor’s Degree from a four‑year college or university in Health Information Management or in a related field or have a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based (CCS-P), Certified Professional Coder – Hospital Outpatient (CPC-H) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) designation.
• A minimum of 2 years acute care facility coding experience. Candidate must have been employed as an HIS Coding Specialist I or equivalent position.

Specific Requirements

• License Requirements: N/A
• Certification Requirements: One of the following certifications: RHIT: Registered Health Information Technician, RHIA: Registered Health Information Administrator, CCS: Certified Coding Specialist, CCS-P: Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based, CCA: Certified Coding Associate, CPC-H: Certified Professional Coder – Hospital-based, CPC: Certified Professional Coder.
• Age Specific Care Provided For: N/A
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize one or more of the following:
  • Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Meditech (if applicable to position)
  • Epic (if applicable to position)
  • Performance Manager/NetLearning
  • Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
  • Must be able to work independently and possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
  • Must possess the ability to effectively communicate and deal tactfully with other personnel, visitors, patients, physicians, customers, and the general public.
  • Must be flexible, have personal integrity, and the ability to function effectively as a team with other employees.
  • Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
  • Other Requirements:
    • ICD, CPT, and HCPCS Coding, encoder technology, knowledge of third party payer requirements helpful, Meditech familiarity is desirable.
    • Must be a self starter with the ability to work independently.
    • Individual must have met quality and productivity benchmarks for a minimum of six consecutive months or will be required to return to the Coding Specialist I Level.

Min

USD $26.96/Hr.

Max

USD $44.48/Hr.

Salary Information

Compensation decisions are made in alignment with internal equity, role scope, and market data to ensure fair and consistent pay practices. Most new hires are typically placed within the lower to mid-portion of the range; offers above that level are reserved for candidates with advanced or highly specialized qualifications.

Benefits

Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category

• Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees
• 403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and "catch up" provision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
• Voluntary Benefits
• Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
• Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values

EEO Statement

Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.