Oncology Coder

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

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Job summary

LaSalle Network is seeking an Oncology Coder to join our client on a contract-to-hire basis. This fully remote role requires CPC certification and oncology coding experience to ensure accurate ICD-CM and CPT-4 coding across complex surgical and E/M services, supporting compliant claims and proper reimbursement.

Responsibilities include analyzing records, abstracting codes, addressing NCCI edits, and compiling reports to support quality assurance and compliance initiatives within a growing coding

Qualifications

• CPC certification is required.
• Oncology coding experience is required.
• Must be able to process 8-10 charts per hour.
• Education: high school diploma/GED or an associate degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Analyze medical records and code diagnoses and procedures per ICD-CM and CPT-4.
• Assign codes for APCs and address NCCI edits and charge reconciliation as needed.
• Abstract diagnoses and procedures into the EMR and request missing info when needed.
• Consult providers to clarify documentation for accurate coding.
• Provide QA to ensure coding compliance with CMS, OIG, and LCD guidelines.
• Compile daily/monthly reports and tabulate data for research or analysis.
• Identify and correct validation edits to support accurate coding and reimbursement.

Skills

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Oncology coding experience

ICD-CM coding

CPT-4 coding

Productivity 8-10 charts/hr

Education

High school diploma / GED

Associate's degree in healthcare

Tools

NCCI edits knowledge

Job description

Oncology Coder

LaSalle 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

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C‑suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here

All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.