The Outpatient Coder is responsible for reviewing outpatient medical records and assigning accurate diagnostic and procedural codes to support revenue cycle integrity.
Responsibilities include:
- Assigning ICD-10-CM and CPT codes within 3 days of discharge
- Maintaining 98% coding accuracy and meeting quality benchmarks
- Abstracting and maintaining complete and accurate coding records
- Querying providers for documentation clarification
- Collaborating with physicians, nursing staff, Case Management, and Business Office
- Following up on uncoded or delayed accounts
- Monitoring coding quality and identifying error patterns
- Ensuring compliance with federal and state reimbursement guidelines
- Supporting audits and participating in process improvements
- Utilizing coding systems such as 3M and Meditech
- Assisting with training and education for staff and providers
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- CPC or COC certification (or actively pursuing)
- Minimum 1 year outpatient coding experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT coding, and medical terminology
- Understanding anatomy and physiology
- Proficiency with EMR and coding systems
- Strong attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams
Requirements & Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- CPC or COC certification (or actively working toward)
- Minimum 1 year of outpatient coding experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT coding, and medical terminology
- Understanding of anatomy and physiology
- Proficiency with EMR and coding systems
- Strong attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to collaborate with providers and healthcare teams
Location
Illinois, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago
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