Remote Medical Coder II — Outpatient & Oncology

DaMar Staffing; New Jersey; Remote; USD 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper University Health Care is seeking a medical coder to document and code diagnoses and procedures for the current encounter. You will use the HealthQuest system to enter coding information promptly and ensure accuracy.

The role requires 0-2 years of experience (3-5 preferred) and a High School diploma or equivalent; vocational training and health information management/coding credentials are valued. Candidates must comply with governance and coding standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years' experience required; 3-5 years' experience preferred.
• High School / GED required; Vocational / Technical School preferred.
• Health Information Management / Coding / Billing field experience or study.

Responsibilities

• Code all diagnoses and procedures documented in the medical record for the current encounter.
• Enter all code information in the HealthQuest system for facility coding in a timely manner.
• Adhere to government, state, and Cooper Health System compliance guidelines.

Skills

Proficiency in medical coding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational / Technical Training

Health Information Management / Coding / Billing

RHIA / RHIT / CCS / CIC / COC / CPC / CCA / CCC / CIRCC / CCVTC or AHIMA/AAPC credentials

Tools

HealthQuest system

Job description

Cooper University Health Care is seeking a medical coder to document and code diagnoses and procedures for the current encounter. You will use the HealthQuest system to enter coding information promptly and ensure accuracy.

The role requires 0-2 years of experience (3-5 preferred) and a High School diploma or equivalent; vocational training and health information management/coding credentials are valued. Candidates must comply with governance and coding standards.