Rural Health Clinic Coder

Addison Group; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare facility as a Rural Health Clinic Coder, where your expertise in coding will play a vital role in supporting a multi-provider clinic. This fully remote position offers flexibility in scheduling and the opportunity to transition to a permanent role. You will be part of a team dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care while ensuring compliance with RHC guidelines. With a strong commitment to innovation and patient satisfaction, this organization is looking for a dedicated professional to contribute to its mission. If you have a passion for rural healthcare and coding, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Fully remote role

Flexibility in schedule

Opportunity to transition to a permanent position

Equipment provided by client

Qualifications

• Verifiable experience in Rural Health coding required.
• Strong understanding of RHC billing rules essential.

Responsibilities

• Accurately code and review RHC patient encounters.
• Collaborate with coders and leadership via Microsoft Teams.

Skills

Rural Health Clinic Coding

E/M Coding

CPT Coding

Clinical Visits Coding

Compliance with RHC Guidelines

Education

Certified Medical Coder (CPC, CCS, RHIT)

Tools

EPIC

3M

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Job Title: Rural Health Clinic Coder

Location: Remote (Must live in Iowa or surrounding states: IA, WI, MN, IL, MO, NE, SD)

Industry: Healthcare

Pay: Pay Rate: $20–$27/hour (depending on experience)

About Our Client:

Located in Iowa, this healthcare facility has a long-standing presence in the community, dating back to the early 20th century. Now functioning as a critical access hospital, it operates a modern 25-bed center along with multiple clinic services. Known for delivering high levels of patient satisfaction, the organization prioritizes patient-focused care, ethical practices, and compassionate service. Its reputation reflects a strong commitment to quality and innovation in rural healthcare.

Job Description:

This role focuses on Rural Health Clinic (RHC) coding and supports a multi-provider clinic operations remotely. The ideal candidate must have verifiable experience in Rural Health coding and a clear understanding of the distinctions between traditional and RHC billing practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately code and review RHC patient encounters (270–300 patients/day shared across team)
• Handle high volumes of E/M, CPT, and clinical visits across diverse specialties
• Meet productivity benchmarks of 75–100 charts/day by 90 days
• Participate in EPIC and 3M-based workflows
• Collaborate via Microsoft Teams with coders and leadership
• Attend initial training and shadowing with senior coders
• Ensure compliance with RHC guidelines (e.g., CG modifier usage, qualifying visit logic)

Qualifications:

• Must live in Iowa or neighboring states
• Must have direct experience with Rural Health Clinic coding
• Certified Medical Coder (CPC, CCS, RHIT, or equivalent)
• EPIC and 3M system experience preferred
• Strong understanding of RHC billing rules including:
  • Medicare Qualifying Visits
  • Use of CG modifiers
  • Single encounter billing logic for minor surgical procedures
  • Transition and Chronic Care Management (TCM/CCM)
• Must be able to handle a complex case mix (e.g., geriatrics, walk-ins, ortho injections, IUDs, vasectomies)

Additional Details:

• Number of Openings: 1
• Schedule: Mon–Fri, flexible between 6 AM–7 PM CST (40 hours/week)
• Onboarding Timeframe: Must start within 30 days
• Systems: EPIC, 3M, Microsoft Teams
• Compliance: Background check required; flu and TB checks TBD
• Contract Type: Contract with possibility for Contract-to-Hire

Perks:

• Fully remote role
• Flexibility in schedule
• Opportunity to transition to a permanent position
• Equipment provided by client
• Work for a historically significant and patient-centered institution

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.