Remote Medical Coding Specialist – ICD-10/CPT Expert

University of Missouri Health Care; Columbia Township (MO); Remote; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Missouri Health Care is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Coding Specialist for outpatient and inpatient coding roles. The position requires expertise in ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and AHIMA guidelines.

You will contribute to audits, troubleshooting, and training while supporting accurate billing and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes precision in coding across outpatient and inpatient settings, with opportunities for ongoing coding education and professional growth within

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS and CPT coding principles.
• AHIMA standards adherence and Official Coding Guidelines knowledge.
• Experience with audits, troubleshooting and training initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Review provider documentation to determine diagnoses and procedures and assign ICD-10/CPT codes.
• Ensure accurate admission source, status and disposition; adhere to AHIMA guidelines and coding standards.
• Extract information from clinical documentation into encoder/abstracting systems per productivity standards.
• Support audits, testing of new software, and training for new applications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Auditing

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Certified Coding Associate (CCA)

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)

Certified Professional Coder (CPC/CPC-A)

Certified Outpatient Coder (COC/COC-A)

Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC/CIC-A)

Specialty certification (dept needs) ROCC

Job description

University of Missouri Health Care is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Coding Specialist for outpatient and inpatient coding roles. The position requires expertise in ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and AHIMA guidelines.

You will contribute to audits, troubleshooting, and training while supporting accurate billing and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes precision in coding across outpatient and inpatient settings, with opportunities for ongoing coding education and professional growth within