Certified Outpatient / ED Medical Coder

Job Title : Certified Outpatient / ED Coder (Remote with Initial Onsite Training) Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, credentialed Outpatient / ED Coder to join our team. This role begins with 1 2 weeks of onsite training in the Bronx New York to ensure successful onboarding and mastery of workflows. After initial training, the position transitions to a fully remote work arrangement. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled coder with strong outpatient and emergency department coding experience who can work independently with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Accurately assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for outpatient and emergency department encounters in compliance with all regulatory and organizational guidelines.

Review clinical documentation and ensure alignment of coding with physician notes, medical records, and facility guidelines.

Utilize EPIC and 3M coding and abstracting tools to review, code, and validate records.

Maintain productivity and accuracy standards as defined by the department.

Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff as needed to clarify documentation or resolve coding discrepancies.

Ensure compliance with national coding standards, payer-specific guidelines, and facility policies.

Protect patient privacy and maintain strict adherence to HIPAA regulations.

Required Qualifications

CCS or CPC certification (CCS preferred; CPC acceptable).

Experience with EPIC and 3M coding systems is required.

Strong background in Outpatient and ED coding ; ability to code both inpatient and outpatient encounters is highly preferred.

Minimum of 2 3 years of hospital or physician coding experience.

Ability to work with minimal training after initial orientation.

Excellent attention to detail and strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS guidelines.

Ability to meet productivity and accuracy benchmarks in a remote environment.

Work Arrangement

1 2 weeks of onsite training required at the start of employment.

Position transitions to remote work after successful completion of training and demonstrated proficiency.

Must have a secure, HIPAA-compliant workspace for remote duties.

Preferred Skills

Dual inpatient and outpatient coding experience.

Strong understanding of hospital outpatient reimbursement methodologies.

Ability to work independently and manage a high-volume workload.

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.