Medical Coder - Surgical

This is a Fully Remote Job
About Our Client:
This organization operates in the healthcare technology sector, delivering care that helps millions live healthier lives. It addresses challenges in health optimization by connecting people with care, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources necessary for improved health outcomes on a global scale.
About the Opportunity:
The MEDICAL CODER - SURGICAL is responsible for accurately assigning diagnostic and procedure codes for outpatient hospital accounts, ensuring timely coding, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of coding standards. This role contributes by supporting precise medical documentation and billing processes, which are critical to the organization's ability to deliver efficient healthcare services.
Responsibilities:
Assign accurate diagnostic and procedure codes according to clinical documentation and official coding guidelines for outpatient hospital accounts
Monitor assigned work queues to ensure timely coding of all records
Generate coding queries to clarify physician documentation as needed
Stay current with changes in coding conventions and updates
Manage workload efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines with minimal supervision
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED
Professional coder certification from AHIMA and/or AAPC (CPC-A, RHIT, RHIA, CCA, CPC, COC, CPC-P, CCS) maintained annually
At least 5 years of experience in General Surgery coding
Minimum 2 years experience with PCs in a Windows environment, including MS Excel and EMR systems
At least 2 years experience with ICD-10 and CPT coding
Pay Range and Compensation Package:
Hourly pay ranges from $20 to $36 per hour based on full-time employment, determined by factors including location, education, experience, and certifications
Comprehensive benefits package including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contributions subject to eligibility
Benefits & Perks:
401(k)
Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.
Note:
TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.

Work arrangement
Yes