Remote Medical Coder II – ICD-10/CPT Specialist

UNC Health; United States; Remote; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health is seeking a skilled Medical Coder to review, abstract, and assign ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes for professional services, ensuring accurate documentation and proper reimbursement. You will advise physicians on coding changes and work independently within departmental standards.

Requirements include 2 years of physician coding experience, a high school diploma or GED, and one of the following certifications: AAPC or AHIMA CCSP. This is a remote, full-time role in NC with daytime hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; higher-level degree may satisfy.
• Two years of physician medical coding experience.
• Must have AAPC certification or AHIMA CCSP certification.
• Provides information on coding practices and regulatory changes.
• Supports compliance with coding, billing and data collection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD-10-CM/ICD-10 codes with modifiers and related codes for professional services.
• Ensure accurate coding for optimal reimbursement and resolve coding denials.
• Inform physicians and staff about current coding guidelines and changes.
• Review and abstract provider documentation for diagnoses, procedures, tests and services.
• Manage high volumes of work while maintaining quality and production standards.
• Pursue continuing education through UNC Health approved programs.
• Maintain required professional certification.

Skills

Medical coding

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma

Job description

UNC Health is seeking a skilled Medical Coder to review, abstract, and assign ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes for professional services, ensuring accurate documentation and proper reimbursement. You will advise physicians on coding changes and work independently within departmental standards.

Requirements include 2 years of physician coding experience, a high school diploma or GED, and one of the following certifications: AAPC or AHIMA CCSP. This is a remote, full-time role in NC with daytime hours.