Emergency Medicine Coder

TeamHealth; Akron (OH); Remote; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth Opportunities

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

401k with discretionary match

Generous PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Emergency Medicine Coder to work remotely. The role involves reviewing patient medical records and assigning ICD-10 and CPT-4 codes according to established guidelines. Candidates should possess extensive knowledge of medical coding and terminology, along with a high school diploma and relevant certification or eligibility. This entry-level full-time position offers opportunities for career growth and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Must meet productivity and quality standards to maintain monthly closing schedules.
• Coder must review patient medical records and assign appropriate codes.
• Knowledge of coding guidelines required.

Responsibilities

• Review documentation and assign ICD-10 and CPT-4 codes.
• Identify errors and present issues to management.
• Complete daily productivity reports.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of ICD-9 and ICD-10 diagnostic coding

Extensive knowledge of medical terminology

Typing speed of 35‑45 WPM

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPC, CCS‑p or RHIT certification or eligibility within two years

1‑3 years physician coding experience or graduation from coding technical school

Job description

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External Job Description And Responsibilities

TeamHealth is proud to be the leading physician practice in the U.S. providing exceptional patient care. TeamHealth has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in Health Care for 2025, and Becker’s Hospital Review names TeamHealth among the top 150 places to work in healthcare. We continue to grow across the U.S. from our clinicians to corporate employees. Join us!

What We Offer

• Career Growth Opportunities
• A Culture anchored in a strong sense of belonging
• Benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision) begin the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• 401k (Discretionary match)
• Generous PTO
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Equipment Provided for Remote Roles

Overview

The Emergency Medicine Coder is responsible for reviewing patient medical records via electronic format and assigning the appropriate ICD-10, CPT-4 codes and physician identification numbers to each patient record into the billing system following TeamHealth coding guidelines. Coders must meet productivity and quality standards to meet established month‑end closing schedules. This is a remote position and supports the Akron, OH Billing Center.

Essentials Duties And Responsibilities

• Review documentation on patient records and assign ICD-10 diagnosis codes, CPT-4 codes and physician identification numbers for each patient record
• Identify errors, problems, or issues and present to Coding management for resolution
• Complete daily productivity reports
• Attend departmental and training meetings as scheduled
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications / Experience

• Extensive knowledge of ICD-9 and ICD-10 diagnostic coding and CPT-4 procedural coding
• Extensive knowledge of medical terminology
• Typing speed of 35‑45 WPM
• High school diploma or equivalent
• CPC, CCS‑p or RHIT certification or eligibility within two years
• 1‑3 years previous physician coding experience required or graduation from a coding technical school

Location

Remote

Working Level

Full‑Time

Job Category

Healthcare, Insurance

LinkedIn

No

Career Builder

Yes

ID

57451BR

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care