Outpatient Complex Coder

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking an Outpatient Complex Coder to translate detailed medical records into accurate, compliant coding that supports patient care and organizational success.

You will apply coding principles to analyze complex records, ensure alignment with third-party policies, and support research and care evaluations by building robust patient databases.

Qualifications

• Must have thorough knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, disease processes, medical terminology, pharmacology, and coding systems.
• Certified coding credentials (RHIT/CPC/CCS) required or five years coding experience.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and code complex diagnostic and procedural information from patient records.
• Abstract and compile comprehensive data to support research and care evaluations.
• Ensure coding aligns with guidelines, policies, and accreditation requirements.
• Maintain high standards of reimbursement accuracy and coding integrity.
• Serve as a trusted data source for administrative decision-making and continuity of care.
• Stay current with evolving coding standards and healthcare regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Regulatory compliance

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accounting/Business/Healthcare Admin coursework

Job description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

As an Outpatient Complex Coder, you'll play a vital role in the healthcare ecosystem by transforming detailed medical records into accurate, compliant coding that directly impacts patient care and organizational success. You'll apply expert coding principles to analyze and code complex diagnostic and procedural information, ensuring precise reimbursement and supporting critical healthcare operations. Your meticulous attention to detail and deep coding expertise will drive accurate patient databases that fuel medical research, enhance care evaluation, and enable smart administrative decisions. By mastering coding guidelines, third-party policies, and accreditation standards, you'll be the trusted source that keeps healthcare data flowing accurately—ultimately supporting better patient outcomes and provider-patient relationships.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Expertly review, analyze, and code complex diagnostic and procedural information from patient medical records with precision and compliance
• Abstract and compile comprehensive patient data to build robust databases that power medical research initiatives and patient care evaluations
• Ensure all coding aligns with established guidelines, third-party reimbursement policies, regulations, and accreditation requirements
• Optimize reimbursement accuracy while maintaining the highest standards of coding integrity and compliance
• Serve as a trusted data source that supports informed administrative decision-making and enhances provider-patient continuity of care
• Stay current with evolving coding standards and healthcare regulations to maintain expertise and organizational compliance

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Additional specialty coding certification required or five (5) years coding experience.
• One to two (1-2) years college or additional coursework in Accounting, Business, Healthcare Administration or Medical Record Sciences preferred.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, disease processes, medical terminology, pharmacology, and coding systems.
• Minimum of two (2) years coding experience required.
• Specialty coding experience preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), CPC, or CCS certification required.