Remote Medical Records Coder II: ICD-10-CM/CPT-4 Expert

Duke University; Louisiana; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health seeks a certified Medical Records Coder II to code inpatient and outpatient records using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4. This remote role supports the Duke Health system’s revenue cycle, with emphasis on accuracy and compliance across coding guidelines.

Responsibilities include mentoring staff, auditing work, and collaborating with clinicians to ensure precise documentation for optimal reimbursement. Requires RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CPC/HCS-D credentials and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Advanced ICD-10-CM & CPT-4 coding conventions.
• Anatomy and physiology knowledge for accurate coding.
• Experience with DRG/APC reimbursement concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Data entry accuracy and speed.

Responsibilities

• Code medical records using ICD-10-CM and CPT conventions.
• Coordinate/review work of subordinate staff and assist with training.
• Ensure accurate DRG/APC assignment for hospital/professional charges.
• Abstract data from records for optimal reimbursement.
• Educate physicians and staff on coding practices and conventions.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

CPT-4 coding

Anatomy & Physiology

Medical terminology

DRG/APC reimbursement

Coding software

Communication skills

Data entry

Education

High school diploma

RHIA certification

RHIT certification

CCS certification

CPC certification

HCS-D certification

Tools

Coding software

Job description

Duke Health seeks a certified Medical Records Coder II to code inpatient and outpatient records using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4. This remote role supports the Duke Health system’s revenue cycle, with emphasis on accuracy and compliance across coding guidelines.

Responsibilities include mentoring staff, auditing work, and collaborating with clinicians to ensure precise documentation for optimal reimbursement. Requires RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CPC/HCS-D credentials and strong communication.