Medical Coder - Remote

WellStreet Urgent Care; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WellStreet Urgent Care is seeking an experienced Certified Medical Coder to support our growing Revenue Cycle team. You will accurately assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and E&M codes for urgent care encounters while ensuring compliance with coding guidelines, quality standards, and productivity expectations.

This role requires Epic experience and a detail-oriented approach to coding in a fast-paced healthcare environment, collaborating across clinical and billing teams to optimize documentation

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of professional medical coding experience.
• Epic experience preferred.
• Active CPC, RHIT, or CCS certification.

Responsibilities

• Code patient encounters for WellStreet Urgent Care Centers using internal coding software.
• Assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and E&M codes based on provider documentation.
• Apply current coding guidelines and regulatory requirements to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Utilize coding encoders and other coding resources to support accurate code selection.
• Review provider documentation and communicate with physicians when clarification is needed.
• Perform coding audits and quality reviews to ensure documentation supports assigned codes.
• Assign and sequence diagnosis and procedure codes for services rendered.
• Partner with Revenue Cycle Management and Billing teams to resolve coding-related issues and support timely claim submission.
• Collaborate with clinic staff and providers to improve documentation quality and coding accuracy.
• Meet established productivity and quality standards while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Skills

ICD-10-CM/CPT/HCPCS/E&M knowledge

Epic experience

Coding encoder

Revenue cycle knowledge

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Verbal & written communication

Team player

Coding accuracy & compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPC/RHIT/CCS certification

Tools

Epic

Coding encoders

Practice Management/Billing systems

Job description

Join the WellStreet Urgent Care Revenue Cycle Team!

WellStreet Urgent Care is seeking an experienced Certified Medical Coder to support our growing Revenue Cycle team. In this role, you will accurately assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and Evaluation & Management (E&M) codes for urgent care encounters while ensuring compliance with coding guidelines, quality standards, and productivity expectations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented coding professional with Epic experience who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced healthcare environment.

What You’ll Do

• Code patient encounters for WellStreet Urgent Care Centers using internal coding software.
• Accurately assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and E&M codes based on provider documentation.
• Apply current coding guidelines and regulatory requirements to ensure coding accuracy and compliance.
• Utilize coding encoders and other coding resources to support accurate code selection.
• Review provider documentation and communicate with physicians when clarification is needed.
• Perform coding audits and quality reviews to ensure documentation supports assigned codes.
• Assign and sequence diagnosis and procedure codes for services rendered.
• Partner with Revenue Cycle Management and Billing teams to resolve coding-related issues and support timely claim submission.
• Collaborate with clinic staff and providers to improve documentation quality and coding accuracy.Meet established productivity and quality standards while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of professional medical coding experience
• Epic experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Active CPC, RHIT, or CCS certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Urgent Care coding experience
• Occupational Health coding experience

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and E&M coding and leveling
• Experience using a coding encoder
• Knowledge of coding compliance, insurance payers, and the revenue cycle
• Experience working within Epic and/or other Practice Management/Billing systems
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a high-volume environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative team player with a positive, professional attitude
• Commitment to maintaining coding accuracy, productivity, and compliance standards

Why Join WellStreet?

At WellStreet Urgent Care, we’re committed to delivering exceptional patient care through teamwork, integrity, and excellence. We believe our employees are our greatest asset and strive to create a workplace where every team member feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

We’re Looking For Individuals Who

• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward patients, families, and coworkers
• Go the extra mile to create an outstanding patient experience
• Thrive in a collaborative and supportive team environment
• Take pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work
• Share our commitment to improving the health of the communities we serve

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