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 and holidays

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Tuition benefits

Wellness resources

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a medical coding professional to review patient records, assign CPT and ICD-9 codes, and ensure documentation supports billing. The role involves collaborating with physicians, resolving unsigned dates of service, and supporting the coding team to improve accuracy.

Candidates may hold AHIMA or AAPC credentials; a related associate degree is preferred. A diploma is not required. Office-based role with standard hours; remote options may be available.

Qualifications

• Must have one of the AHIMA (CCA, CCS, CCS-P) or AAPC (CPC, CPC-A, CPC-H, CPC-H-A, or specialty credentials).
• No specific work experience required for this position.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.

Responsibilities

• Review the documentation in the record to identify all facts needed to select CPT and ICD-9 codes.
• Meet with physicians to review documentation, resolve coding issues and obtain signatures for unsigned dates of service.
• Assist coders and staff with medical terminology and policy interpretation as required.
• Prepare case reports and initiate follow-up for billing.

Skills

ICD-10 Procedure Coding System

Medical Billing and Coding

Medical Terminology

Computer Systems

Education

Associate degree - Medical Coding & Billing

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a medical coding professional to review patient records, assign CPT and ICD-9 codes, and ensure documentation supports billing. The role involves collaborating with physicians, resolving unsigned dates of service, and supporting the coding team to improve accuracy.

Candidates may hold AHIMA or AAPC credentials; a related associate degree is preferred. A diploma is not required. Office-based role with standard hours; remote options may be available.