Multispecialty Coder II - Remote

Memorial Hermann Health System; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Multispecialty Coder II to review clinical documents and assign appropriate coding for various specialties. The role emphasizes effective communication and coding expertise while contributing to patient safety and organizational standards. Candidates should have outpatient coding experience and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years outpatient coding experience required; 6 months of HCC experience preferred.
• Licenses: CCS, CPC, RHIT, RHIA, CMC, or CCA.

Responsibilities

• Assign codes for diagnoses, treatments, and procedures.
• Use coding principles to assign ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 codes, and modifiers.
• Review documentation to extract and enter data.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Outpatient coding experience

Ability to code for multiple specialties

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in a medical field

Job description

Multispecialty Coder II - Remote

Apply at Memorial Hermann, a healthcare provider committed to delivering high-quality, efficient care and creating exceptional experiences for our community members, including our employees. We believe that when our employees feel cared for, heard, and valued, they are inspired to exceed expectations with safety, compassion, and efficiency.

Job Summary

Must reside in one of the following states: Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Georgia, Florida, Nebraska, South Carolina, Tennessee. Experience in Behavioral Health, Hospitalist, Palliative Care, Infectious Disease, or Neuro is highly preferred. Responsible for reviewing clinical documentation and diagnostic results to assign appropriate ICD-10-CM/CPT-4 codes and modifiers for billing, reporting, research, and compliance. Reports to the Coding Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree in a medical field preferred.
• Licenses/Certifications: CCS, CPC, RHIT, RHIA, CMC, or CCA.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

• At least 2 years outpatient coding experience required; 6 months of HCC experience preferred.
• Ability to code for multiple specialties, including E&M levels.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.

Principal Accountabilities

• Assign codes for diagnoses, treatments, and procedures according to classification systems for outpatient encounters.
• Use coding principles and reimbursement expertise to assign ICD-10-CM diagnoses, CPT-4 codes, E&M levels, and modifiers.
• Review documentation to accurately extract and enter data.
• Follow coding compliance policies, guidelines, and regulations.
• Adhere to the Standards of Ethical Coding set by AHIMA and official coding guidelines.
• Ensure patient, staff, and visitor safety; follow organizational policies and standards within budget and time constraints.
• Support professional growth through continuing education and mentoring.
• Create compassionate, personalized experiences, modeling Memorial Hermann’s service standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.