Coding Consultant Outpaitent

Datavant

2d • $20 - $35 • Remote

About The Position

Datavant is a healthcare data collaboration platform focused on making health data secure, accessible, and actionable. The company is seeking experienced, credentialed outpatient coders to review and code hospital records. The role is fully remote and offers a flexible schedule.

The posting describes two areas of coding expertise: Emergency Department coding and Outpatient Same-Day Surgery/Observation (OP SDS/OBS) coding. ED work calls for experience with facility E/M leveling, injections and infusions, and bedside procedures. OP SDS/OBS work involves coding same-day surgery and observation cases across a broad range of specialties, and familiarity with revenue-code assignment for surgeries. Both specialties require CCS credentials and experience with EPIC and 3M/Solventum or 3M, as applicable.

Coders review medical records, assign and sequence diagnosis and procedure codes, select discharge dispositions, and abstract coded data for hospital reporting. They communicate documentation improvement opportunities and coding issues, maintain required accuracy and productivity standards, track continuing education, and comply with professional ethics and HIM policies. The role requires professional communication with coworkers, management, and hospital staff, along with strong judgment, organization, teamwork, and customer service.

The position is not eligible for employment sponsorship. Pay is estimated at $20–$35 per hour, with the actual range depending on location, responsibilities, skills, experience, and other role requirements.

Requirements

• AHIMA certification (RHIA, RHIT, or CCS) or AAPC certification (CPC, CPC-H, COC, CIC, or CRC).
• At least 2 years of coding experience in a hospital and/or coding consulting role.
• Proficiency in most or all of the listed specialties, including Same-Day Surgery, Observation, Injections/Infusions, Ancillary, Emergency Department, and E/M leveling.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work remotely, and exceptional time-management skills.
• Experience with computerized encoding and abstracting software.
• For the ED coder specialization: 5+ years of experience; CCS required; EPIC and 3M/Solventum experience required; experience with facility E/M leveling, injections/infusions, and bedside procedures.
• For the OP SDS/OBS specialization: 5+ years of experience; CCS required; EPIC and 3M experience required; ability to code both same-day surgery and observation cases; familiarity with revenue-code assignment for surgeries.
• For OP SDS/OBS coding, the posting specifies no injections and infusions or observation time carveouts.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records and assign accurate codes for diagnoses and procedures.
• Assign and sequence codes based on medical record documentation.
• Assign the appropriate discharge disposition.
• Abstract and enter coded data for hospital statistical and reporting requirements.
• Communicate documentation improvement opportunities and coding issues to appropriate personnel for follow-up and resolution.
• Maintain a 95% coding accuracy rate and a 95% accuracy rate for APC assignment, and meet site-designated productivity standards.
• Track continuing education credits to maintain professional credentials.
• Attend Datavant Health-sponsored education meetings and in-services.
• Demonstrate initiative and judgment in performing job responsibilities.
• Communicate with coworkers, management, and hospital staff regarding clinical and reimbursement issues.
• Perform work in a professional, efficient, and positive manner.
• Adhere to the American Health Information Management Association’s code of ethics.
• Comply with all HIM Division policies.
• Take and pass the annual introductory HIPAA examination and other assigned annual testing.

Benefits

• Full-time employee benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) savings plan with match; two weeks of paid time off; paid holidays; and floating holidays.
• PRN employee benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with match.
• Free continuing education units (CEUs) every year.
• A stipend to assist with education and professional dues (AHIMA/AAPC).
• Equipment provided: monitor, laptop, mouse, headset, and keyboard.
• Comprehensive training led by a credentialed professional coding manager.
• Management and mentorship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed