Oncology Coder

The LaSalle Network Inc; Alpharetta (GA); Remote; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligibility

Fully remote

Job summary

The LaSalle Network Inc is seeking an Oncology Coder for a contract-to-hire role. This fully remote position requires CPC certification and oncology coding experience to ensure compliant coding across complex services.

You will code using ICD-CM and CPT-4, address NCCI edits, and collaborate with providers to clarify documentation while ensuring accurate charge capture and robust compliance outcomes.

Qualifications

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential required.
• Oncology coding experience required.
• Meet productivity expectations of 8–10 charts/hour.
• ICD-CM and CPT-4 knowledge including NCCI edits and LCDs.
• High school diploma/GED or related healthcare degree.

Responsibilities

• Analyze medical records and code diagnostic and procedural information per coding guidelines.
• Assign ICD-CM and CPT-4 codes for APC assignment and audits.
• Abstract diagnoses and codes into the EMR and obtain missing data.
• Consult with providers to clarify documentation for accurate codes.
• Provide QA to support CMS, OIG, HCFA compliance and standards.
• Compile daily/monthly reports and tabulate data for analysis.
• Identify and correct validation edits to support accurate coding and reimbursement.

Skills

CPC

Oncology coding

Charts per hour target

ICD-CM and CPT-4 knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in healthcare

Job description

Oncology CoderLaSalle Network is partnering with our client to hire an Oncology Coder. This contract-to-hire Oncology Coder opportunity is fully remote and offers the chance to make an immediate impact by ensuring accurate, compliant coding across complex surgical, procedural and E&M professional services. In this Oncology Coder role, you will leverage your expertise in ICD-CM and CPT-4 coding, quality standards and reimbursement guidelines to support clean claims, accurate charge capture and strong compliance outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team and contribute to high-visibility coding and validation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Analyze medical records and accurately code diagnostic and procedural information in alignment with nationally recognized coding guidelines and reimbursement requirements.


• Assign ICD-CM and CPT-4 codes for appropriate APC assignment and address NCCI edits and charge reconciliation as needed.


• Abstract diagnoses, procedure codes and other key clinical details from the medical record into the electronic medical record and obtain missing information when needed.


• Consult with medical providers to clarify incomplete documentation and determine appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes.


• Provide quality assurance to support compliance with coding rules and regulations, including requirements tied to CMS, OIG, HCFA and applicable professional standards.


• Compile daily and monthly reports and tabulate medical record data for research or analysis, as assigned.


• Identify validation edits and revision issues and make corrections that support accurate coding, reimbursement and compliance.

Qualifications

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC).


• Oncology coding experience.


• Ability to meet productivity expectations of approximately 8-10 charts per hour.


• High school diploma/GED (or equivalent working knowledge and specialized formal training equivalent to a two-year certification course covering medical record keeping principles and practices, anatomy, physiology, pathology, medical terminology and classification systems) or an Associate's degree in a related healthcare field.


• Working knowledge of ICD-CM and CPT-4 coding and the ability to interpret and apply coding guidelines, including NCCI edits and LCDs (Local Coverage Determinations).

Key Details

• Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire


• Compensation: $25 - $30 per hour


• Benefits (Contract): LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit: https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/


• Work Model: Fully Remote