Senior Medical Coding Specialist - Outpatient & Facility

Vanderbilt Health; New York (NY); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health seeks a skilled Outpatient Facility Coder to assign diagnoses and procedures to encounters using designated coding classifications. You will support staff training and ensure compliant, accurate coding across outpatient and professional encounters.

The role requires advanced knowledge of medical terminology, documentation practices, and regulatory guidelines. Join a comprehensive benefits program and a collaborative team committed to high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and documentation practices.
• Ability to interpret coding guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in code assignment.

Responsibilities

• Develop efficient workflows to organize and prioritize coding work.
• Use official coding classifications to ensure accurate code selection.
• Identify documentation gaps and initiate coding queries to ensure accuracy.
• Provide guidance to coding staff on complex scenarios and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Compliance

Medical Terminology

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AHIMA Certifications

Job description

Vanderbilt Health seeks a skilled Outpatient Facility Coder to assign diagnoses and procedures to encounters using designated coding classifications. You will support staff training and ensure compliant, accurate coding across outpatient and professional encounters.

The role requires advanced knowledge of medical terminology, documentation practices, and regulatory guidelines. Join a comprehensive benefits program and a collaborative team committed to high-quality care.