Remote Healthcare Coding Consultant

Datavant; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Savings Plan

Company-provided equipment

Comprehensive training

Mentorship

Job summary

Datavant is seeking a certified medical coder to review records, assign CPT/ICD-10 codes, and ensure data quality in a high-volume setting. The role emphasizes accuracy, remote work capability, and compliance with HIPAA and Datavant policies.

Ideal candidates have AHIMA or AAPC credentials, CPT II knowledge, and experience with encoding/abstracting software. The position supports ongoing education and participation in sponsored in-service sessions.

Qualifications

• AHIMA or AAPC credentials required.
• Experience in a high-volume coding environment.
• Strong CPT II code knowledge and coding accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; remote work capability.
• Experience with encoding and abstracting software.
• Annual HIPAA exam and related testing.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records and assign precise codes per CPT/ICD-10 guidelines.
• Conduct data quality reviews to ensure coding compliance.
• Communicate professionally with hospital staff regarding clinical and reimbursement issues.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Identify documentation improvement opportunities and coding issues.
• Use VPN to ensure secure remote task completion.
• Uphold Datavant and HIM Division policies for compliance and efficiency.
• Track continuing education credits and attend sponsored meetings.
• Adhere to HIPAA ethics and professional standards.
• Support ongoing education and alignment with industry best practices.

Skills

AHIMA credentials

CPT II codes

High-volume coding

Communication skills

Remote work

Time management

Education

RHIA/RHIT/CCS or CPC/CPC-H/COC/CIC/CRC credentials

Tools

Encoding software

Abstracting software

Job description

Datavant is seeking a certified medical coder to review records, assign CPT/ICD-10 codes, and ensure data quality in a high-volume setting. The role emphasizes accuracy, remote work capability, and compliance with HIPAA and Datavant policies.

Ideal candidates have AHIMA or AAPC credentials, CPT II knowledge, and experience with encoding/abstracting software. The position supports ongoing education and participation in sponsored in-service sessions.