Professional Medical Coder II -Remote Position, Must reside in South Carolina) $5,000 Sign-on Bonus

Lexington Medical Center; West Columbia (SC); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks an experienced Medical Coder to accurately assign ICD and CPT codes for reimbursement. This role offers a supportive work environment with extensive benefits, including a sign-on bonus and tuition reimbursement. Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma and active coding credentials.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $5,000

Day one access to medical, dental, and life insurance

403(b) match plan

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional coding experience across specialties.
• Active AAPC or AHIMA coding credential required.
• Experience with CPT and ICD diagnosis coding.

Responsibilities

• Assign appropriate ICD and CPT codes for reimbursement.
• Collaborate with physicians for accurate code assignment.
• Stay current with trends in healthcare coding.

Skills

CPT coding

ICD coding

Collaboration

Proficient in Microsoft applications

Familiarity with coding guidelines

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electronic health records software

Job description

Employer Industry: Healthcare Services

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Sign-on bonus of $5,000
- Day one access to medical, dental, and life insurance benefits
- 403(b) match plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 6%
- Employer-paid life insurance equal to 1x salary, with options for supplemental coverage
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness programs available
- Supportive work environment that values continuous quality improvement and teamwork

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Assign appropriate ICD and CPT codes for reimbursement and statistical documentation
- Abstract clinical information from medical records for accurate coding
- Collaborate with physicians and coding staff to ensure accurate code assignment
- Stay current with trends in healthcare coding and compliance
- Assist with coding claim edits and review claim denials for corrections

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Minimum education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Minimum of 3 years of professional coding experience across multiple clinical and/or surgical specialties
- Active AAPC or AHIMA coding credential required
- Experience with CPT and ICD diagnosis coding, CCI edits, and Medicare LCDs and NCDs
- Proficient in Microsoft applications and electronic health records software

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience with E/M Documentation Guidelines (1995/1997/2021)
- Familiarity with state and federal regulations and payor billing requirements

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