Remote Medical Coder (CPC) – After Training

Optima Medical; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Optima Medical, a Phoenix-area medical group with 30 locations, is seeking a Medical Coding Specialist to join our team. This role starts with onsite training at our Scottsdale office and will transition to a fully remote position after up to 30 days, requiring residency in Arizona and ongoing coding accuracy.

You will review ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes, ensure CMS compliance, and provide feedback to providers. Minimum 2 years' experience and CPC certification are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in medical coding (physician practice or healthcare facility).
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required (AAPC or AHIMA). No CPC-A or CCA.
• Strong understanding of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS.
• Experience with EHR systems, billing software, and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining high accuracy.
• Must demonstrate strong written communication skills to provide clear feedback and improve coding accuracy.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, and physiology to ensure accurate interpretation of provider documentation.
• Must live in Arizona.

Responsibilities

• Review and assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for medical diagnoses and procedures based on clinical documentation.
• Ensure coding compliance with CMS guidelines, and state/federal regulations.
• Ability to write precise, professional, and well structured feedback to providers and team members.
• Assist with claim reviews, denials, and coding-related audits to optimize revenue integrity.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of medical coding guidelines, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.
• Meet coding productivity and quality standards as required by Optima Medical.
• High attention to detail and analytical skills to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Perform other related job duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical coding

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Tools

EHR systems

Billing software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Optima Medical, a Phoenix-area medical group with 30 locations, is seeking a Medical Coding Specialist to join our team. This role starts with onsite training at our Scottsdale office and will transition to a fully remote position after up to 30 days, requiring residency in Arizona and ongoing coding accuracy.

You will review ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes, ensure CMS compliance, and provide feedback to providers. Minimum 2 years' experience and CPC certification are required.