Medical Coding Consultant, Outpatient speciality

LexiCode; United States; Remote; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health information management services company seeks a Medical Coding Consultant specializing in outpatient coding. The role involves auditing diagnostic and procedural codes to ensure compliance with coding guidelines. Candidates should possess relevant credentials and have at least three years of auditing experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $76,000 - $90,000 and benefits. Ideal for detail-oriented individuals with strong analytical skills and a background in medical documentation.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience auditing all Outpatient record types.
• Comprehensive knowledge of coding guidelines and conventions.
• Ability to interpret complex medical documentation accurately.

Responsibilities

• Audit diagnostic and procedural codes assigned to medical records.
• Review and analyze medical records for accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with coding guidelines and regulations.
• Maintain productivity levels while adhering to quality standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for accurate documentation.

Skills

Proficiency in ICD-10-CM

Proficiency in CPT coding

Proficiency in HCPCS coding

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented approach

Organizational skills

Education

AHIMA credentials: RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P

AAPC credentials: CPC, COC, CIC

Tools

Coding software

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

Medical Coding Consultant, Outpatient speciality

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LexiCode, with over 40 years of industry expertise, is a leader in Health Information Management (HIM) services. Backed by a team of over 1,700 AHIMA® and AAPC® credentialed professionals, we specialize in medical coding, auditing, education, and consulting for various record types and reimbursement methodologies. LexiCode helps healthcare providers enhance coding quality, ensure compliance, and reduce costs. Our commitment to excellence and a client‑focused approach make us a trusted partner in solving HIM challenges worldwide.

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Job Summary

As a Consultant at LexiCode, you will join a dynamic team of coding experts dedicated to delivering exceptional services to our valued clients. Your primary responsibility will be audit diagnostic and procedural codes assigned by coders to medical records, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines and regulations. LexiCode is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations.

Pay Disclosure

The pay range for this position starts at $76,000 - $90,000; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Bonus opportunities may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Responsibilities

• Perform concurrent and retrospective ICD‑10 and CPT (including Evaluation & Management) coding analysis of medical records to validate code assignment.
• Thoroughly review and analyze medical records to identify pertinent diagnoses, procedures, and treatments.
• Ensure the integrity and precision of coded data.
• Stay abreast of evolving coding guidelines, regulations, and industry best practices through continuous research.
• Collaborate closely with healthcare professionals, including physicians and nurses, to clarify documentation and gather supplementary information as required.
• Maintain optimal productivity levels while adhering to established coding quality and efficiency benchmarks.
• Uphold strict patient confidentiality and privacy standards in strict compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of one of the following AHIMA credentials: RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS‑P; or one of the following AAPC credentials: CPC, COC, or CIC.
• Minimum of 3 year of experience auditing all Outpatient record types.
• Proficiency in ICD‑10‑CM, CPT and/or HCPCS coding, as appropriate, encompassing comprehensive knowledge of guidelines and conventions.
• Competence in utilizing coding software and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Strong analytical aptitude to interpret intricate medical documentation accurately.
• Detail‑oriented approach, ensuring precision and accuracy in all coding assignments.
• Exceptional communication skills to facilitate effective collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Strong organizational and time management capabilities to meet coding deadlines.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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