State Licensed Medical Coder II

Virtual Vocations Inc; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtual Vocations Inc. is seeking a full-time State Licensed Medical Coder II to review, abstract, and assign ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes for professional services in a remote environment.

The role emphasizes accurate coding, regulatory compliance, and guidance to staff on current coding practices and changes. Remote work supports ongoing reimbursement optimization across diverse cases.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; higher-level degree may be accepted.
• Certification from AHIMA or AAPC is required
• At least 12 months of experience in hospital coding
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM and HCPCS/CPT coding
• Successful completion of the UNC HCS Hospital Outpatient Coder Proficiency Test

Responsibilities

• Accurately assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and HCPCS/CPT codes for chronic conditions and procedures
• Analyze coding information to ensure optimal reimbursement and compliance with coding regulations
• Provide guidance to healthcare staff on current coding practices and regulatory changes

Skills

ICD-10-CM knowledge

HCPCS/CPT coding knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Analytical thinking

Education

High School diploma or GED

AHIMA or AAPC certification

Job description

To support accurate medical billing processes, the full-time State Licensed Medical Coder II will review, abstract, and assign ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes for professional services in a remote environment, ensuring compliance with regulations and optimizing reimbursement.

Key responsibilities

• Accurately assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and HCPCS/CPT codes for chronic conditions and procedures
• Analyze coding information to ensure optimal reimbursement and compliance with coding regulations
• Provide guidance to healthcare staff on current coding practices and regulatory changes

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; higher-level degree may be accepted
• Certification from AHIMA or AAPC is required
• At least 12 months of experience in hospital coding
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM and HCPCS/CPT coding
• Successful completion of the UNC HCS Hospital Outpatient Coder Proficiency Test