Senior Outpatient Coding Specialist – Complex Cases

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit, MI is seeking an Outpatient Complex Coder to transform detailed patient records into accurate, compliant codes that drive reimbursement and support clinical research and care evaluation.

You will review complex diagnostic and procedural data, abstract patient information into robust databases, and ensure coding aligns with guidelines, policies, and accreditation standards while staying current with evolving coding regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Specialty coding certification required or five (5) years coding experience.
• 1-2 years college or coursework in Accounting, Business, Healthcare Administration or Medical Record Sciences preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, disease processes, medical terminology, pharmacology, and coding systems.
• Minimum of two (2) years coding experience required.
• Specialty coding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Expertly review, analyze, and code complex diagnostic and procedural information from patient medical records with precision and compliance
• Abstract and compile comprehensive patient data to build robust databases that power medical research initiatives and patient care evaluations
• Ensure all coding aligns with established guidelines, third-party reimbursement policies, regulations, and accreditation requirements
• Optimize reimbursement accuracy while maintaining the highest standards of coding integrity and compliance
• Serve as a trusted data source that supports informed administrative decision-making and enhances provider-patient continuity of care
• Stay current with evolving coding standards and healthcare regulations to maintain expertise and organizational compliance

Skills

Medical coding

Healthcare data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma

Some college coursework in accounting / healthcare admin

Job description

Henry Ford Health in Detroit, MI is seeking an Outpatient Complex Coder to transform detailed patient records into accurate, compliant codes that drive reimbursement and support clinical research and care evaluation.

You will review complex diagnostic and procedural data, abstract patient information into robust databases, and ensure coding aligns with guidelines, policies, and accreditation standards while staying current with evolving coding regulations.