Physician Coding Senior Coder Surgical Pediatric

Banner Health; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit healthcare system is seeking a fully remote Physician Coding Senior Coder for the Pediatric team. This role involves coding surgical procedures across multiple specialties, requiring 5+ years of complex coding experience and relevant certification. Join a supportive team and contribute to award-winning patient care while enjoying flexible hours within a structured schedule.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of complex coding experience required.
• Certification through AHIMA or AAPC necessary.
• Ability to work remotely with proficiency in office and coding systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex professional coding for physician practices.
• Analyzes medical info, codes diagnoses and procedures.
• Mentors staff and ensures compliance.

Skills

Surgical coding

Medical record analysis

Compliance

Mentoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Specialized training or associate’s degree

Certification (CPC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIA, RHIT)

Job description

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Estimated Pay Range:
$26.82 - $40.22 / hour, based on location, education, & experience.

Department Name:
Coding Ambulatory

Work Shift:
Day

Job Category:
Revenue Cycle

Estimated Pay Range:
$26.82 - $40.22 / hour, based on location, education, & experience.

In accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules.

Consider joining our Physician Practice Coding team! We have an experienced team with low turnover, supporting each other positively. We code across multiple specialties, enabling cross-training. Banner Health is a leading nonprofit healthcare system nationwide.

As a fully remote Physician Coding Surgical Pediatric Senior Coder, you will code Surgical procedures for the Pediatric team, focusing on multi-specialties including Surgical. Production expectations depend on the type of coding: straight E/M, Procedures, or at least 9 encounters per hour.

• Location: Remote
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-hour shifts
• Ideal Candidate: 3-5 years of Surgical coding experience
• Requirements: 5 years of coding experience and certification through AHIMA or AAPC as outlined below.

This position is available in specific states only, including AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WY.

The hours are flexible within 7am – 7pm, with a requirement of 5 days per week, 8 hours each day, Monday through Friday.

Within Banner Health, you will have opportunities to apply your expertise across various disciplines, contributing to award-winning patient care.

Position Summary: Performs complex professional coding for physician practices by reviewing medical records and ensuring accurate coding according to guidelines. Supports department projects, validation, and training.

Core Functions: Analyzes medical info, codes diagnoses and procedures, consults with providers, abstracts data, ensures compliance, and mentors staff. Works independently, managing priorities, and interpreting complex coding guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent, specialized training or associate’s degree, certification (CPC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIA, RHIT), 5+ years of complex coding experience, and ability to work remotely with proficiency in office and coding systems.

Preferred Qualifications: Radiology Certified Coder (RCC) or other specialty certifications.

Application deadline: 2025-09-18.

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