Coding Consultant Outpatient - Sign On Bonus - $1,000/$1,500

Datavant

13d • $20 - $35 • Remote

About The Position

Datavant is seeking experienced, credentialed outpatient coders to support accurate coding and healthcare data services. This fully remote role offers a flexible schedule. The job covers several possible coding specialties, including multispecialty outpatient coding, same-day surgery and observation, emergency department, and diagnostic ancillary services. Specialty-specific experience and systems vary by assignment; candidates with most of the relevant expertise are preferred.

The coder reviews medical records, assigns and sequences diagnosis and procedure codes, assigns discharge dispositions, and enters coded information for hospital statistical and reporting needs. The role also includes communicating documentation improvement opportunities and coding issues, meeting accuracy and productivity standards, maintaining professional credentials and continuing education, and collaborating with coworkers, management, and hospital staff. The position requires adherence to AHIMA's code of ethics and Datavant HIM policies, professional judgment, customer service, flexibility, dependability, organization, and teamwork.

The posting advertises a sign-on bonus of $1,000 or $1,500 depending on specialty. The estimated base pay range is $20–$35 per hour. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) savings plan with matching, two weeks of paid time off, and paid and floating holidays. PRN employees receive access to a 401(k) savings plan with matching. Additional offerings include free annual CEUs, a stipend for education and professional dues, supplied computer equipment, and comprehensive training and mentorship.

Requirements

• AHIMA credentials (RHIA, RHIT, or CCS) or AAPC credentials (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 coding specialties, including same-day surgery, observation, injections/infusions, ancillary services, 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.

Nice To Haves

• Outpatient multispecialty coding experience, including facility emergency department, injections/infusions, ancillary services, and recurring therapy services.
• Experience with EPIC and 3M.
• Experience with denials, NCCI edits, medical necessity, and claim edits.
• At least 3 years of SDS/OBS coding experience in an academic medical center, including Level 1 Trauma.
• Experience with PowerChart, Dolbey Fusion, and Trucode.
• Experience coding diagnostic ancillary services, including radiology, mammograms, and maternity diagnoses; Cerner/3M360 systems experience.
• At least 5 years of emergency department coding experience, including facility E/M leveling, injections/infusions, and bedside procedures.
• Experience with EPIC and 3M/Solventum for ED coding.
• At least 5 years of outpatient same-day surgery/observation coding experience, including the listed surgical specialties and procedures.
• Familiarity with revenue code assignment for surgeries and ability to code both SDS and OBS.
• Experience with EPIC and 3M for SDS/OBS coding.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records and assign accurate codes for diagnoses and procedures.
• Assign and sequence codes accurately 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.
• Comply with the AHIMA code of ethics and HIM Division policies.
• Complete the annual introductory HIPAA examination and other assigned annual testing.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of $1,000 or $1,500 depending on specialty.
• Medical insurance for full-time employees.
• Dental insurance for full-time employees.
• Vision insurance for full-time employees.
• 401(k) savings plan with matching.
• Two weeks of paid time off for full-time employees.
• Paid holidays and floating holidays for full-time employees.
• Free CEUs every year.
• 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
• Education Level: No Education Listed