Remote Medical Coder: ICD-10 & CPT Specialist

Washington University in St. Louis; Kansas City (MO); Remote; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Health insurance

Transit benefits

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is hiring for a medical coder responsible for reviewing records to select comprehensive diagnoses and procedures, coding with CPT and ICD-10, and coordinating with physicians for signatures.

The role supports billing processes and may involve guiding coders and educating physicians about documentation requirements. Qualifications emphasize coding credentials (AHIMA or AAPC) with no mandatory degree, and experience with ICD-10/CPT is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: A diploma, certification or degree is not required.
• Certifications from AHIMA or AAPC are preferred for coding credentials.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records to assign CPT codes and ICD-10 diagnoses.
• Meet with physicians to review documentation and secure signatures.
• Lead coders and assist with terminology interpretation and policy.
• Prepare case reports and initiate follow-up for billing.

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is hiring for a medical coder responsible for reviewing records to select comprehensive diagnoses and procedures, coding with CPT and ICD-10, and coordinating with physicians for signatures.

The role supports billing processes and may involve guiding coders and educating physicians about documentation requirements. Qualifications emphasize coding credentials (AHIMA or AAPC) with no mandatory degree, and experience with ICD-10/CPT is preferred.