Remote Medical Coder - ICD/CPT & Hospital Coding

Role Overview

This position involves medical coding within a hospital environment, focusing on assigning appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes following ICD-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS guidelines to support accurate billing and reimbursement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assign ICD-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS codes accurately to patient records.
• Determine Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Groups (MS-DRGs) and Ambulatory Payment Classifications (APCs).
• Work collaboratively with physicians and clinical staff to clarify documentation and coding requirements.
• Provide training to newly onboarded coding personnel.
• Maintain compliance and precision in coding processes to ensure appropriate reimbursement.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of a high school diploma.
• Possession of professional coding credentials such as CCA, CPC, RHIT, RHIA, or CCS-H.
• Strong knowledge of medical coding protocols and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a healthcare team.

Work Setting

This role allows for remote working arrangements for residents of Illinois, with occasional on-site duties as required by The VIOS Clinic.