Coder II - 3921

KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for

Coder II that is fully remote.

Position Summary :

The Coder II is responsible for accurately reviewing, abstracting, and coding medical records to support the continuity of patient care, clinical research, and organizational reporting. This role ensures compliance with established coding standards and guidelines while supporting companies mission in delivering outstanding cancer care and advancing research. The Coder II focuses primarily on professional / physician-based coding, with some inpatient and outpatient responsibilities, and requires strong experience in E / M coding, minor procedures, and level coding.

Key Responsibilities :

Medical Record Review & Coding :

Review and abstract medical records to assign appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS classification systems.

Code professional / physician-based encounters, including E / M services and minor procedures.

Support inpatient coding as assigned, ensuring timely and accurate code assignment.

Compliance & Documentation :

Validate documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with internal policies and external regulations (CMS, Joint Commission, etc.).

Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to clarify documentation when needed to ensure accurate coding and reimbursement.

Quality & Performance :

Ensure coding meets accuracy, productivity, and compliance benchmarks.

Maintain knowledge of coding changes, payer guidelines, and oncology-specific coding updates.

Assist in auditing records for completeness and accuracy, reporting discrepancies or potential compliance issues.

Collaboration & Support :

Partner with revenue cycle teams to support clean claim submission and minimize denials.

Work closely with oncology care teams to support accurate data capture for cancer care and clinical trials.

Provide feedback and recommendations to improve coding workflows and processes.

Qualifications : Education :

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Associate's degree in Health Information Management or related field preferred.

Experience :

3-5 years of professional / physician-based coding experience required.

Experience with inpatient coding, E / M coding, and minor procedure coding strongly preferred.

Oncology or cancer care coding background highly desirable.

Certifications :

Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-based (CCS-P) required.

Skills :

Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines.

Familiarity with coding compliance, payer regulations, and medical terminology.

Excellent attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving abilities.

Strong communication skills for physician interaction and documentation clarification.

Compensation depends on experience but is typically 35 / hr.

ABOUT KORE1

Specializing in professional and technical recruiting, KORE1 is committed to supporting top IT, Engineering, Creative, Scientific, Accounting and Finance professionals in their career paths. We build deep relationships with leading companies, connecting them to exceptional talent every day. With extensive industry expertise and unmatched opportunities, our goal is to provide a unique experience for our contractors and consultants as they prepare for their next role. We are passionate about matching the right people with the right companies.

Kore1 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Kore1 complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Kore1 expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Kore1's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.