Remote Cardiology Medical Coder II (CCS/CPC)

Memorial Hermann Health System; United States; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking an experienced outpatient coder to join our Health Information Management team. The role reviews clinical documentation and applies ICD-10-CM/CPT-4 codes and modifiers for billing, reporting, research, and compliance.

Typically reports to the Coding Manager. Requirements include an Associate degree in a medical field, and credentials such as CCS, CPC, RHIT, RHIA, CMC, or CCA.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required, Associate Degree in medical area preferred.
• Licenses/Certifications: CCS, CPC, RHIT, RHIA, CMC, or CCA required.
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: 2 years outpatient coding, 6 months HCC preferred; multi-specialty coding ability; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Assigns codes for diagnoses, treatments and procedures for outpatient encounters.
• Applies ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and E/M modifiers and uses APC reimbursement knowledge.
• Reviews documentation to extract data for coding and reporting fields.
• Adheres to official coding guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains ethical coding standards per AHIMA guidelines.
• Ensures safe, efficient, and quality service while following policies.
• Supports professional development and acts as a resource to staff.

Skills

Outpatient coding

CPT coding

ICD-10-CM

AHIMA guidelines

Effective communication

Education

Associate degree (medical)

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking an experienced outpatient coder to join our Health Information Management team. The role reviews clinical documentation and applies ICD-10-CM/CPT-4 codes and modifiers for billing, reporting, research, and compliance.

Typically reports to the Coding Manager. Requirements include an Associate degree in a medical field, and credentials such as CCS, CPC, RHIT, RHIA, CMC, or CCA.