Remote Medical Coders
Mindseeker Inc.

Job Info

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Remote Medical Coders (I, II, and III)

Are you a certified coding professional with at least 1 year of recent coding experience? Do you have experience with medical coding for the Department of Defense (DoD) or desire to provide medical coding for the DoD?

We are looking for Full-time Medical Coders I, II, and III to join us in our mission supporting the Defense Health Agency (DHA). This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a supportive and dynamic environment where your skills and passion can truly shine. If you are enthusiastic about continuously enhancing your coding skills and demonstrate unwavering dedication to achieving excellence together, you may be the perfect fit for our team.

Highly Competitive Pay and Benefits:

• Hourly base rate PLUS Health & Welfare
• 11 paid Federal Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• New laptop computer system and 27" monitor provided
• Online coding clinics
• Flexible work schedules
• 100% Remote positions

Specifics by Position:

• Medical Coder I: Professional and institutional components for outpatient primary care
• Medical Coder II: Professional and institutional components for outpatient specialty clinics, day surgeries, emergency room, observation services
• Medical Coder III: Inpatient facility coding - Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Group (MS-DRG)

Essential Job Duties

• Documentation Review - Identify and resolve inconsistencies, ambiguities, or discrepancies that may lead to inaccurate coding or affect quality patient care.
• Code Assignment - Accurately assign Evaluation and Management (E&M) codes, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS); includes utilization of modifiers and units of service, and International Classification of Diseases, Clinical Modification (ICD-CM) diagnoses codes based on medical record documentation for outpatient encounters; inpatient includes ICD-10 Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS)
• System Utilization - Utilize THE Military Health System (MHS) Genesis systems to remotely access patient records and assign codes for patient encounters.
• Productivity and Standards - Achieve and maintain hourly coding productivity and 97% accuracy standards for the position.

Education - If you believe you have the skills and experience to shine in this role, we encourage you to reach out and discuss your qualifications with us. We value diverse backgrounds and recognize that not all candidates may meet the traditional educational requirements.

• Associate's degree or higher in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or a biological science OR
• University certificate in medical coding OR
• Completion of a medical training program beyond apprentice level (e.g., medical technicians, hospital corpsmen, medical service specialists, or hospital training) offered by the Armed Forces or U.S. Maritime Service under professional medical supervision

Certifications -

• ONE or more of the following certifications through AAPC or AHIMA

Professional Coding Certifications

• American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC): Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA): Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Specialist - Physician (CCS-P)

Evaluation & Management (E&M) Coding Certifications

• American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC): Certified Evaluation and Management Coder (CEMC)

• National Alliance of Medical Auditing Specialists (NAMAS): Certified Evaluation and Management Auditor (CEMA)

Institutional Coding Certifications

• American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC): Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
• American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA): Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Experience

• 1 year of recent medical coding (Required)
• DoD or Veterans Administration medical coding experience (Preferred)
• MHS Genesis medical coding (Preferred)

We recognize the importance of professional growth and encourage our team members to pursue multiple certifications that enhance their skills and value. If you have relevant certifications and hands-on experience, we would love to hear from you!

Mindseeker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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