Medical Records Coder I, Full time - 8:30am-4:00pm, Family Medicine, Summit

Atlantic Health; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

403(b) Retirement Plan

PTO & Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance

Parental/Adoption Leave

On-Site Childcare

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Atlantic Medical Group, part of Atlantic Health, seeks a highly accurate medical coder to perform chart assembly, coding, and abstracting of discharge records. You will assign ICD-9-CM codes, process requests for information, and ensure correct coding decisions for diag­nostic and procedural data.

Responsibilities include coding office visits and services per payer rules, reviewing documentation for support, and addressing edits, denials, and appeals while maintaining patient confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Level I - High School Diploma or equivalent with 0-3 years of experience in Physician coding, Billing or related field and CCS certification and Epic training preferred.
• Level II - High School Diploma or equivalent with 3-5 years of experience in Physician coding, Billing or related field and CCS certification and Epic training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical documentation and assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
• Code office visits, procedures, and other services per payer requirements and policies.
• Verify documentation supports codes; request clarification as needed.
• Review charges before submission and correct coding errors or omissions.
• Research coding edits, denials, and support appeals.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

CPT coding

HCPCS coding

Documentation review

Education

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Epic training

Tools

Epic

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for chart assembly, chart analysis, coding, and computer abstracting of all discharged patient medical records. Accurately assigns ICD-9-CM codes to all discharge diagnoses and processes requests for patient information. Makes decisions on codes and functions to be assigned in each instance including diagnostic and procedural information, significant reportable elements, and other complex classifications.

Responsible for chart assembly, chart analysis, coding, and computer abstracting of all discharged patient medical records. Accurately assigns ICD-9-CM codes to all discharge diagnoses and processes requests for patient information. Makes decisions on codes and functions to be assigned in each instance including diagnostic and procedural information, significant reportable elements, and other complex classifications.

Principal Accountabilities

Review clinical documentation and assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes.

• Code office visits, procedures, and other services in accordance with payer requirements and organizational policies.
• Verify that documentation supports the codes and services billed; request clarification from clinicians when needed.
• Review charges before claim submission and correct coding errors or omissions.
• Research coding edits, claim rejections, and denials; make corrections and support appeals.
• Monitor coding work queues and complete assigned work within established timeframes.
• Stay current with coding updates, payer policies, and compliance requirements.
• Identify recurring documentation or coding issues and share guidance with clinicians and practice leadership.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA requirements.
• Apply teaching physician and resident billing rules when reviewing services involving residents and supervising clinicians.

Qualifications

Level I - High School Diploma or equivalent. 0-3 years of experience in Physician coding, Billing or other related field with demonstrated increased responsibility in the healthcare industry. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification and Epic training preferred.Level II - High School Diploma or equivalent. 3-5 years of experience in Physician coding, Billing or other related field with demonstrated increased responsibility in the healthcare industry. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification and Epic training preferred.

About Us

Atlantic Medical Group is a physician-led and physician-governed organization that delivers the highest quality health care, at the right place, the right price, and the right time. We are a multispecialty physician group with more than 1,000 doctors, nurse practitioners and physician assistants at over 300 locations throughout northern and central New Jersey and northeast Pennsylvania. Our mission is to deliver exceptional care recognizing the unique needs of all those we serve. Our vision is to achieve the best outcomes with our patients at the center of the physician-led team, driven by service, innovation and continuous learning. Our integrated network offers seamless access to Atlantic Health's entire health care continuum and our nationally and regionally ranked hospitals. In collaboration with Atlantic Health, several of our practices offer urgent care and walk-in services. In addition to primary care physicians, the team includes specialists that care for patients in all aspects of their health from pediatrics to geriatrics and everything in between. We make health decisions easier for patients with enhanced access to referrals.

Team Member Benefits

Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On-Site Childcare
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.

EEO STATEMENT

Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.

About The Team

Atlantic Health System is at the forefront of medicine, setting standards for quality health care powered by a workforce of more than 18,000 team members and 4,800 affiliated physicians dedicated to building healthier communities, the system offers more than 400 sites of care, including eight award-winning medical centers. Specializing in cardiovascular care, cancer care, orthopedics, neuroscience, pediatrics, women's health and rehabilitation medicine. Atlantic Medical Group, comprised of 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers, represents one of the largest multi-specialty practices in New Jersey and includes finance, legal, marketing, human resources, talent acquisition, ISS and more. Caring for our patients, our team members and the communities we serve is our central mission.