Remote Outpatient Medical Coder – AHIMA/AAPC Certified

Sauk Prairie Healthcare; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Flexible paid time off

Retirement plan with immediate vesting

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Free parking

Job summary

Sauk Prairie Healthcare is seeking a Medical Coding Specialist – Outpatient for a 1.0 FTE, fully remote with option to work onsite. The role centers on coding outpatient and ED/urgent care encounters, ensuring precise documentation for claims and reimbursement.

You will audit records, query physicians when needed, and stay current with coding rules. Professional AHIMA/AAPC credentials within six months are required or pursued, with flexibility around remote work and onsite options.

Qualifications

• AHIMA or AAPC coding course completed or underway.
• Associate degree in healthcare-related field required or preferred.
• Ambulatory outpatient coding knowledge and accuracy emphasized.

Responsibilities

• Assigns ICD/CPT codes for outpatient services including ED/urgent care.
• Audits records for accurate patient, insurance, and coding data.
• Clarifies documentation with clinicians to ensure proper code assignment.
• Identifies missed revenue opportunities and Assist in coding policy updates.
• Participates in continuing education and credential maintenance.

Skills

Ambulatory coding

Detail-oriented

Communication

Education

AHIMA/AAPC coding course

Associate degree in healthcare-related program

Job description

Sauk Prairie Healthcare is seeking a Medical Coding Specialist – Outpatient for a 1.0 FTE, fully remote with option to work onsite. The role centers on coding outpatient and ED/urgent care encounters, ensuring precise documentation for claims and reimbursement.

You will audit records, query physicians when needed, and stay current with coding rules. Professional AHIMA/AAPC credentials within six months are required or pursued, with flexibility around remote work and onsite options.