Outpatient Coding Specialist – Accurate & Compliant

Houston Methodist; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking an Outpatient Coder to assign accurate ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT codes for outpatient, ER, therapy, and clinic encounters based on documentation in the EMR, while complying with coding guidelines.

Responsibilities include ensuring coding accuracy, querying physicians when needed, and maintaining auditing standards in alignment with AHIMA guidelines and hospital policy. This non-exempt role emphasizes compliance, quality data, and support for revenue cycle objectives.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in a CAC/AHIMA accredited program or equivalent experience
• One year of outpatient coding experience or completion of Houston Methodist Coding Apprentice Program
• Must have AHIMA or AAPC certification options listed in Licenses & Certifications

Responsibilities

• Assign accurate ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS and CPT codes for outpatient, ER, therapy, and clinics.
• Query physicians to clarify diagnoses/procedures using established processes.
• Maintain coding quality and adherence to hospital policies and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Coding knowledge

EHR systems

Communication

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Medical terminology

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Encoder software

Coding guidelines

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking an Outpatient Coder to assign accurate ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT codes for outpatient, ER, therapy, and clinic encounters based on documentation in the EMR, while complying with coding guidelines.

Responsibilities include ensuring coding accuracy, querying physicians when needed, and maintaining auditing standards in alignment with AHIMA guidelines and hospital policy. This non-exempt role emphasizes compliance, quality data, and support for revenue cycle objectives.