Remote CPC Surgical Coding Specialist

Overview

Use your surgical coding expertise to support accurate billing, compliance, and strong revenue cycle performance in a fully remote environment.

💻 Work Style: Remote
📍 Location Requirement: Must reside in an approved state (FL, GA, MO, PA, SC, NC, TN, or TX)
🕒 FTE: PRN (Approximately 8 hours per week)

Reviews and analyzes medical records to assign accurate diagnostic and procedural codes in compliance with established coding guidelines and organizational policies. Collaborates with healthcare providers to clarify documentation, resolve coding discrepancies, and ensure the integrity of coded data for billing and reporting purposes.

Maintains current knowledge of coding standards, including ICD, CPT, and HCPCS, and supports the billing process by providing precise coding for claims submission. Participates in auditing activities, supports staff training on coding procedures, and monitors productivity and quality metrics to drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reviews and analyzes medical records to assign accurate diagnostic and procedural codes

• Ensures compliance with coding guidelines and organizational policies

• Collaborates with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and resolve discrepancies

• Maintains the integrity of coded data for billing and reporting purposes

• Supports the billing process by providing accurate coded information for claims submission

• Conducts audits and monitors productivity and quality metrics to drive performance improvement

• Assists in training staff on coding procedures and updates

Education:

• High School Diploma – Required

Certification / Licensure:

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)– Required at time of hire
• Please note:
  
  CPA-A does not meet the certification requirements for this role.

• 3+ years of experience in medical coding or health information management

• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding standards

• Experience reviewing medical records and assigning accurate codes

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on compliance and regulatory requirements

• Ability to collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and resolve discrepancies