Medical Coding Specialist II

Sentara; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401k with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance – Guild Education

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Job summary

Sentara Health is seeking a Medical Coding Specialist II in Virginia Beach to perform accurate and compliant coding across multiple specialties. The role supports the revenue cycle from coding to collections and requires strong attention to regulatory guidelines.

The ideal candidate has CPC or CCS certification, at least 5 years of coding experience, and familiarity with Epic, GECB, or Allscripts. The base pay ranges with additional incentives based on performance and shift differentials.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional medical coding experience required.
• Comprehensive understanding of the revenue cycle including coding, charge entry, insurance adjudication, and collections.
• Knowledge of coding regulations and payer guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate and compliant coding across multiple specialties.
• Collaborate with providers and revenue cycle teams to optimize reimbursement and coding integrity.

Skills

Medical coding

Coding accuracy

Analytical skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPC or CCS certification

Tools

Epic

GECB

Allscripts

Job description

City/StateVirginia Beach, VAWork ShiftFirst (Days)Overview:OverviewThe Medical Coding Specialist II is responsible for performing accurate and compliant coding activities while supporting revenue cycle operations across multiple specialties. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of the entire billing cycle, including medical terminology, coding principles, charge entry, insurance adjudication, contractual agreements, payment posting, statements, and collections. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong analytical skills, coding accuracy, and attention to detail while ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and organizational standards. This role collaborates closely with providers, clinical teams, and revenue cycle partners to support operational excellence, optimize reimbursement, and maintain coding integrity across healthcare services.EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)Certification/LicensureCertified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) (Required)Specialty Coding Certification(s) (Preferred)ExperienceMinimum 5 years of professional medical coding experience requiredComprehensive understanding of the entire revenue cycle, including medical terminology, coding, charge entry, insurance adjudication, contractual agreements, payment posting, statements, and collections requiredMulti-specialty coding experience preferredSpecialty coding experience and certifications preferredExperience with Epic, GECB, or Allscripts preferredDemonstrated knowledge of coding regulations, payer guidelines, and coding compliance standards preferredWe provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay rate for Full Time employment is:$22.36 - $37.26. Additional compensation may be available for this role such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities..Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your CareerMedical, Dental, Vision plansAdoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000Paid Time Off and Sick LeavePaid Parental & Family Caregiver LeaveEmergency Backup CareLong-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plansLife Insurance401k/403B with Employer MatchTuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild EducationStudent Debt Pay Down – $10,000Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional developmentPet InsuranceLegal Resources PlanColleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is metSentara Independence provides quality outpatient services to the surrounding community. The facility includes an ambulance-accessible emergency room that is supported by board-certified physicians. Sentara Independence houses state-of-the-art medical equipment and highly-skilled physicians and staff. Sentara Independence is now an extension of the quality services at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital including advanced imaging and physical therapy.Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.