Remote Surgical Coder: Outpatient Complex Billing

Henry Ford Health; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Medical Coder for remote work in the Michigan area. The role involves coding diagnostic and procedural information from patient records to support reimbursement and research, with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

You'll abstract data to inform patient care evaluation and admin decision-making, ensuring adherence to coding guidelines and reimbursement policies. A strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and coding systems is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Specialty coding certification or 5 years coding experience.
• 1–2 years college or coursework in Accounting, Healthcare Administration or Medical Record Sciences preferred.
• Minimum of two years coding experience required.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and code diagnostic and procedural information from patient medical records for reimbursement and billing purposes.
• Accurately abstract data from medical records to support research, patient care evaluation, and administrative decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with coding guidelines, third-party reimbursement policies, regulations, and accreditation standards.
• Promote provider/patient continuity and accurate database information to optimize reimbursement.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Physiology knowledge

Medical terminology

Coding systems

Data abstraction

Education

High School diploma / GED

Coding certification

Job description

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Medical Coder for remote work in the Michigan area. The role involves coding diagnostic and procedural information from patient records to support reimbursement and research, with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

You'll abstract data to inform patient care evaluation and admin decision-making, ensuring adherence to coding guidelines and reimbursement policies. A strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and coding systems is essential.