Medical Coding Specialist II

Millennium Physician Group; United States; Remote; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(K) Retirement Plan with Matching

Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Short

Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off, Floating Holidays, and

Paid Major Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Millennium Physician Group seeks a detail-oriented Medical Coding Specialist to support risk adjustment coding and documentation initiatives. You will analyze coding trends, perform retrospective chart reviews and audits, assign ICD‑10‑CM diagnosis codes, and collaborate with providers and operations to improve coding accuracy and risk capture.

The ideal candidate is analytical, self-directed, with CPC certification and experience in healthcare/Medicare risk adjustment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent.
• 1+ year clinical and/or Medicare Risk Adjustment experience.
• Healthcare and insurance industry experience.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC or equivalent).
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate ICD‑10‑CM and CPT coding with zero errors.
• Validate diagnosis and treatment documentation, query providers for clarification.
• Stay current on coding guideline updates and communicate changes to leadership.
• Use auditing tools to monitor accuracy, identify trends, and drive corrective action.
• Meet productivity benchmarks and maintain active professional coding certification.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Medical Coding Specialist to support accurate risk adjustment coding and documentation initiatives. In this role, you will analyze coding and documentation trends, perform retrospective chart reviews and audits, assign ICD‑10‑CM diagnosis codes, and collaborate with providers and operational teams to improve coding accuracy and risk capture. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, self-directed, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of coding quality and compliance.

How will you make an impact & Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate ICD‑10‑CM and CPT coding with zero errors.
• Validate diagnosis and treatment documentation, query providers for clarification.
• Stay current on coding guideline updates and communicate changes, trends, and payer issues to leadership.
• Use auditing tools to monitor accuracy, identify trends, and drive corrective action.
• Meet productivity benchmarks and maintain active professional coding certification.

Competencies

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Clear, adaptable communication and effective listening.
• High integrity, accountability, adaptability, and attention to detail.
• Patient-focused, compassionate, and compliant with ethical standards.
• Proactive, results-driven, quality-oriented, and collaborative team member.
• Demonstrates continuous learning, initiative, and technical proficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent.
• 1+ year clinical and/or Medicare Risk Adjustment experience; quality improvement experience preferred.
• Healthcare and insurance industry experience.
• Knowledge of clinical standards, preventive care, and office-based procedures.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC or equivalent).
• Show proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Electronic Medical Record systems.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Primarily sedentary with occasional standing, walking, and lifting (up to 25 lbs).
• Requires fine motor skills, visual acuity, and standard office environment tolerance.

About Millennium Physician Group:

Formed in 2008 and headquartered in Fort Myers, Florida, with offices in Florida, North Carolina, Georgia, and Texas, Millennium Healthcare is one of the largest independent physician groups in the state of Florida and the United States. At Millennium Physician Group, our employees are the foundation of our success. Our promise is to provide you with the tools to do your job successfully, as well as providing a team atmosphere that empowers you to seek better ways to deliver care to our patients and their families. We also promise to care for you as an individual and help you grow in your role.

What We Offer:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Matching
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off, Floating Holidays, and Paid Major Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Compensation Range:

$20.90

to

$31.35

The anticipated base salary range represents the Company’s good-faith estimate of the compensation it reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, internal equity, and business needs.