Hospital Outpatient Coder-Hybrid-.75 FTE

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); Hybrid; USD 36,685 - 49,566; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental coverage

Vision plan

Pre-tax savings (HSA, FSAs)

Retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic is seeking an HB OP Coder in Rochester, Minnesota. This role involves reviewing and coding medical record documentation for outpatient and surgical encounters, requiring strong knowledge in coding compliance and medical terminology.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma with extensive coding experience or relevant degrees, and must possess credentials like RHIA or RHIT.

This position offers competitive hourly compensation, benefits, and a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 4 years of outpatient coding experience or 4 years of Mayo Clinic coding experience.
• Associate’s degree plus 2 years of outpatient coding experience or 2 years of Mayo Clinic coding experience.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work in a teleworking environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze medical record documentation for coding.
• Assign codes ensuring accurate and compliant coding for facility claims.

Skills

Knowledge of physician/professional coding

In-depth knowledge of medical terminology

Understanding of billing/collections compliance

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or Associate's degree

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Certified Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS-P)

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Job description

Mayo Clinic is a leading healthcare provider ranked top in many specialties. This hybrid position requires the candidate to live within 100 miles of any Mayo Clinic campus and to work on‑site as needed.

Responsibilities

The HB OP Coder reviews, analyzes, and assigns codes from medical record documentation for outpatient and surgical encounters, ensuring accurate and compliant coding for facility claims.

Qualifications

Education and experience:

• High school diploma plus 4 years of hospital outpatient coding experience (non‑Mayo) or 4 years of Mayo Clinic coding experience, or
• Associate’s degree plus 2 years of hospital outpatient coding experience (non‑Mayo) or 2 years of Mayo Clinic coding experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree.

Required credentials:

• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Certified Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS‑P)
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Essential skills:

• Knowledge of physician/professional coding, including E/M services, NCCI, NCD, LCD, and outpatient coding guidelines.
• In‑depth knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, patient records, and coding workflow.
• Understanding of billing/collections compliance.
• Knowledge of billing requirements for teaching and provider‑based facilities.
• Ability to work independently in a teleworking environment, organize and prioritize work, communicate effectively, and pay attention to detail.
• Not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Compensation

$26.63 – $35.98 per hour.

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre‑tax savings: HSA and FSAs.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package.

Schedule

Full time, Monday‑Friday normal business hours, 60 hours per pay period. No international assignment.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Mayo Clinic participates in E‑Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt