Coder II – Medical Coding

Job Title: Coder II – Medical Coding (Remote) Location: 100% Remote Duration: 3-Month Contract (Potential Extension) Schedule: Monday–Friday | 40 Hours/Week, Day Shift Pay Rate: $35 to $40 per hour Job Summary Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is seeking an experienced Coder II to join its Medical Coding team. This is a fully remote contract position focused on clearing coding backlogs while maintaining high-quality coding standards. The ideal candidate will have strong OB/GYN coding experience, expert knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, E/M, and modifier coding, and experience working in Epic or other EMR systems. The coder will review clinical documentation, assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes, ensure compliance with AHIMA ethical coding standards, and support billing, reporting, and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities • Review clinical documentation and assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, E/M, and modifier codes. • Ensure coding accuracy for diagnoses, procedures, and treatment outcomes. • Verify physician documentation and abstract clinical information appropriately. • Perform coding charge review and resolve claim edits within Epic or other EMR systems. • Maintain a minimum 95% coding accuracy while meeting productivity standards. • Identify documentation discrepancies impacting quality of care or reimbursement. • Serve as a coding resource and subject matter expert for providers and coding staff. • Stay current with coding regulations, payer updates, and AHIMA coding guidelines. • Participate in quality assurance reviews, coding meetings, and educational sessions. • Support billing, internal/external reporting, research, and regulatory compliance initiatives. Required Qualifications • High School Diploma or GED. • Minimum 2 years of professional medical coding experience. • Strong OB/GYN coding experience (Required). • Proficiency in: • ICD-10-CM Coding • CPT Coding • E/M Coding • Procedure Coding • Modifier Assignment • Medical Billing • Epic or other Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems • Excellent critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Experience Experience coding in one or more of the following specialties: • Urology • Oncology • Pain Management • Cardiology • General Surgery • Cardiothoracic Surgery • Neurosurgery • Neurology • Orthopedics Required Certifications One of the following certifications is required: • CPC (Certified Professional Coder) • COC (Certified Outpatient Coder) • CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) • CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist – Physician Based) • CPMA (Certified Professional Medical Auditor) Required Skills • ICD-10-CM Coding • CPT Coding • E/M Coding • Procedure Coding • Medical Billing • Internal & External Reporting • Regulatory & Research Compliance • Epic/EMR Systems • Critical Thinking • Interpersonal & Communication Skills • Customer Service • Accountability & Professionalism Remote Eligibility Candidates must reside in one of the following approved states: • California (excluding San Francisco city, Oakland, Los Angeles County, and San Diego city) • Georgia • Indiana • Iowa • Missouri • Nebraska • North Carolina • Tennessee • Texas • Utah • Wisconsin • Wyoming