Outpatient Coder I: ICD-10/CPT Coding & Data Integrity

AAPC; West New York (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision benefits

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking an Outpatient Coder I to accurately abstract data using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS guidelines across the HMH network. You will enter data into the EMR, query physicians as needed, and ensure coding quality and compliance.

The role requires 1 year of professional coding experience, strong medical terminology knowledge, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of coding for professional services.
• Strong understanding of physiology, medical terms and anatomy.
• Proficiency in typing and general computer skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Must meet coding quality and productivity standards per HMH Compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assign codes to clinical services for reimbursement and data collection.
• Abstract and code patient encounters (diagnostic, surgical, and procedural) with accuracy.
• Communicate with physicians/advance practice nurses for missing documentation.
• Analyze records to identify documentation deficiencies and corrections.
• Maintain productivity and quality standards as required by HMH.

Skills

1 year professional coding experience

Medical terminology & anatomy

Typing speed & accuracy

Written & verbal communication

Microsoft Office & Google Suite

Outpatient coding experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

RHIT/RHIA/CCS/CPC certification or equivalent

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking an Outpatient Coder I to accurately abstract data using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS guidelines across the HMH network. You will enter data into the EMR, query physicians as needed, and ensure coding quality and compliance.

The role requires 1 year of professional coding experience, strong medical terminology knowledge, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.