Outpatient Coding Specialist: ICD-10-CM, CPT & HCPCS

HIM Central Services; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

HIM Central Services is seeking an Outpatient Coder to accurately assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for outpatient services, including ED visits, surgeries, and observation stays. The role ensures compliance with coding guidelines and corporate policies while supporting accurate reimbursement and data integrity.

Responsibilities include reviewing records, applying correct codes, resolving denials, and collaborating with CDI and billing teams to maintain data quality and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding principles.
• Understanding of LCD/NCD and payer-specific guidelines.
• Experience with EHR systems and coding software (3M, Meditech, Epic, Cerner).
• Ability to analyze coding edits, denials, and ensure compliant documentation.

Responsibilities

• Review and assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for outpatient records.
• Code outpatient encounters including ED visits, outpatient surgeries, obs, interventional radiology, wound care.
• Ensure adherence to coding guidelines, LCD/NCD and payer policies.
• Resolve coding edits and denials and collaborate with CDI and billing teams.

Skills

ICD-10-CM

CPT

HCPCS

Outpatient coding

EHR systems

Education

Associates Degree in Health Information Management

CCS – AHIMA

CCA – Certified Coding Associate

RHIA – preferred

Tools

3M Coding Software

Meditech

Epic

Cerner

Job description

HIM Central Services is seeking an Outpatient Coder to accurately assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for outpatient services, including ED visits, surgeries, and observation stays. The role ensures compliance with coding guidelines and corporate policies while supporting accurate reimbursement and data integrity.

Responsibilities include reviewing records, applying correct codes, resolving denials, and collaborating with CDI and billing teams to maintain data quality and HIPAA compliance.