Outpatient Coder II

Millinocket Regional Hospital; Scarborough (ME); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Outpatient Coder II for a remote role responsible for the accurate coding of diagnoses and procedures in outpatient settings. The candidate will work with diverse medical records requiring strong expertise in CPT and ICD coding, alongside essential skills in abstracting. This position offers competitive benefits and the chance to thrive in a supportive work environment focused on exceptional care.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Training and education

Well-being resources

Qualifications

• Two years of multi-specialty, preferably surgical coding experience.
• Requires credentials: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CCA, CPC, CPC-H, or CIRCC.
• Competency in essential functions of an Outpatient Coder I role.

Responsibilities

• Accurate assignment of ICD and CPT coding of diagnoses and procedures.
• Abstracting to determine accuracy and completeness of outpatient records.
• Coding for various outpatient medical records including ER and procedures.

Skills

CPT coding

ICD coding

abstracting

multi-specialty coding

experience in outpatient settings

Education

Associates Degree in a science field

AHIMA or AAPC accredited program

Job description

Fully remote working position

The Outpatient Coder II role is responsible for the accurate assignment of ICD and CPT coding of diagnoses and procedures for outpatient medical records in multiple different outpatient settings including Outpatient Hospital Clinics, ASU, OBSV, interventional radiology/cardiac cath/angiography records, Provider Based Clinics (inclusive of E/M, Coding for both inpatient and outpatient professional procedures), IV therapy, Emergency department and other areas as needed. Performs abstracting to determine accuracy and completeness of the outpatient record.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Associates Degree in a science field preferred with completion of an accredited program through AHIMA or AAPC
2. License/Certifications: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CCA, CPC, CPC-H, or CIRCC credential required.
3. Experience: Two years of multi-specialty, preferably surgical coding experience, with CPT/ICD and CM/HCPCS/modifier coding for physician professional charges and a minimum of two years of experience in an acute care facility as a Clinical Coder I required. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of an Outpatient Coder I role.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Required experience coding E/M's, Outpatient Hospital Clinics, OBV, ASU, Professional Surgical CPT's, ED's, interventional radiology, cardiac cath/angiography, and simple visit coding.
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Leanne M. Roberts at [e-mail]