Outpatient Coding Specialist, Remote

RemoteFetch; Baltimore (MD); Remote; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

RemoteFetch seeks an ICD-10/CPT coder to assign codes for ER, trauma, observation, clinics, and outpatient encounters, ensuring accurate reimbursement and compliance with federal and state regulations. High school diploma with formal ICD-10-CM and CPT training required; 6 months to 2 years outpatient coding experience preferred.

You will monitor daily work flows to meet timeframes, maintain a 90% accuracy rate, and uphold AHIMA guidelines while supporting the University of Maryland Medical

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; formal ICD-10-CM and CPT training required.
• 6 months to 2 years of outpatient coding experience in a facility setting.
• Certification required among CCS, RHIT, RHIA, CCA, CPC, or COC.
• Experience using EHR systems and coding software.
• Knowledge of AHIMA coding standards.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assign ICD-10 diagnoses and CPT-4 codes for ER, trauma, and outpatient encounters.
• Monitor daily work to support timely billing within required timeframes.
• Maintain coding quality accuracy of 90%.
• Maintain productivity of at least 95%.
• Comply with AHIMA ethical coding and guidelines.
• Support UMMS mission and policies; perform coding corrections as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Deadline-driven

Customer service

Problem solving

Independent work

Medical terminology

Typing speed

Computer skills

AHIMA knowledge

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

EPIC

3M HDM

Job description

Job Requirements

Under direct supervision, assigns accurate ICD-10 diagnoses and CPT-4 procedure codes derived from medical record documentation for Emergency Room (ER), ER E/M charging, OP Trauma, Observation, Series/Recurring, Clinics, minor surgery, and other ancillary outpatient facility encounters for the purpose of appropriate reimbursement, research, and compliance with federal and state regulations. This role is essential for ensuring accurate and timely coding of medical records which directly impacts reimbursement and compliance.

Primary Responsibilities

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.

• Identifies and assigns ICD-10 diagnostic codes and CPT-4 procedure codes to outpatient visits including Emergency Room (ER), ER E/M charging, OP Trauma, Observation, Series/Recurring, Clinic, minor surgery, and other ancillary visit locations for the purpose of hospital reimbursement, research, and compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Monitors assigned work on a daily basis in order to facilitate the billing process within the established timeframes. Codes and abstracts records within timeframes established for each patient type.
• Maintains coding quality accuracy rate of 90%.
• Maintains productivity rate of at least 95%.
• Complies with AHIMA standards of ethical coding and coding compliance guidelines.
• Demonstrates support and compliance with University of Maryland Medical System mission, vision, values statement, goals and objectives and policies. Performs other duties or projects such as coding corrections as assigned by the manager.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Work Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent. Formal ICD-10-CM and CPT training is required.
• 6 months - 2 years of outpatient coding experience in a facility healthcare setting.
• Must have one of the following: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC).

Education & Experience - Preferred

• Associate or bachelor's degree is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to utilize coding and EHR software (e.g., EPIC, 3M HDM) efficiently to perform coding duties.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of general office procedures and filing systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Familiar with basic medical terminology.
• Strong computer skills and typing ability.