Medical Coder/Auditor

About the Role

An Evaluation & Management Medical Coder provides coding and auditing services to healthcare providers, translating diagnoses and procedures into standardized codes. The position involves communicating coding guidelines through phone and email, educating provider staff, and auditing outpatient claims to ensure proper coding, modifier use, and claim accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct provider educational outreach via phone and email on coding and documentation standards.
• Audit outpatient claims to validate services, code accuracy, and compliance, providing written feedback based on industry standards.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, with professional coding certification (CPC, COC, CCS) maintained annually.
• At least 2 years of experience in E&M coding, medical billing, or claims processing, with prior interaction with physicians or provider staff.
• Experience working with EMR systems and high-volume telephonic communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work flexible hours within 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM CST and occasional overtime.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with outpatient facility coding and encoder systems like eCAC, 3M, or EPIC.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Education reimbursement

Pay

$20.00 to $36.00 per hour

Schedule

• Flexible hours within 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM CST
• Occasional overtime

This role offers telecommuting flexibility within the U.S. and includes comprehensive training.