Under the supervision of the Coding Supervisor, the Coding Specialist II analyzes and interprets clinical documentation to accurately code and abstract outpatient hospital records, including Emergency Department, Ambulatory Surgery, Observation, Interventional Radiology, Clinic/Diagnostic, and Ambulatory Surgical Center records.
The role is responsible for assigning ICD-10 diagnosis, CPT, and HCPCS procedure codes, applying appropriate modifiers, and ensuring services are billed correctly for accurate claim submission. The position also reviews revenue management and Epic edits, identifies and resolves coding and claim issues, supports compliant billing practices, and works with hospital departments to identify missing or incorrect charges.
This is a remote position, but employees must work from an approved registered location.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in health information management or a related field
- One year of relevant education may be substituted for one year of required work experience, or one year of relevant professional-level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education
Certification
- COC, RHIT, or CPC required for outpatient coding
- Successful completion of the Outpatient Coding Specialist II diagnosis and CPT coding pre-employment assessment upon hire
Experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in medical coding or a related field
Perks and Benefits
- Career growth and development
- Employee and dependent tuition assistance
- Diverse and collaborative working environment
- Affordable and comprehensive benefits package
Location
Baltimore, Maryland, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 month ago