Outpatient Complex Coding Expert for Care & Research

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks an Outpatient Complex Coder to transform medical records into precise coding, supporting accurate reimbursement and regulatory compliance.

You’ll apply current coding guidelines to complex diagnoses and procedures, abstract data for research and quality initiatives, and ensure submissions meet payer and accreditation standards while driving reimbursement accuracy.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex medical records and accurately code diagnostic and procedural information using established coding principles and current guidelines
• Abstract and compile patient data to support medical research projects, quality improvement initiatives, and administrative decision-making
• Ensure all coding submissions comply with established guidelines, third-party payer policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards
• Optimize reimbursement accuracy while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and coding integrity
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying coding trends and supporting process enhancements

Skills

Medical coding

Detail oriented

Healthcare terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Healthcare administration coursework

Job description

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks an Outpatient Complex Coder to transform medical records into precise coding, supporting accurate reimbursement and regulatory compliance.

You’ll apply current coding guidelines to complex diagnoses and procedures, abstract data for research and quality initiatives, and ensure submissions meet payer and accreditation standards while driving reimbursement accuracy.