Outpatient Coding Consultant - Remote

Datavant

1d • $20 - $35 • Remote

About The Position

Datavant is seeking experienced and credentialed outpatient coders to review medical records and code diagnoses and procedures. This fully remote role offers a flexible schedule and requires at least two years of multispecialty coding experience. Relevant specialties include facility emergency department, same-day surgery, observation, injections and infusions, ancillary services, and evaluation and management leveling. Experience with recurring therapy services and tools such as EPIC and 3M is preferred; experience with denials, NCCI edits, medical necessity, and claim edits is a plus.

The consultant assigns and sequences codes based on medical record documentation, assigns discharge dispositions, and abstracts coded data for hospital statistical and reporting requirements. The role also involves communicating documentation improvement opportunities and coding issues, meeting accuracy and productivity standards, maintaining professional credentials, and working with colleagues, management, and hospital staff on clinical and reimbursement issues. The position requires compliance with HIM policies and the AHIMA code of ethics, a professional and customer-focused approach, strong organization and teamwork, and sound judgment in complex work.

The role provides remote-work equipment and comprehensive training, with mentorship from a credentialed coding professional. The stated estimated base pay range is $20–$35 per hour. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Requirements

• AHIMA credential (RHIA, RHIT, or CCS) or AAPC credential (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 following coding specialties: same-day surgery, observation, and injections/infusions.
• Proficiency in most or all of the following coding specialties: ancillary, emergency department, injections/infusions, 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.
• High attention to detail and knowledge of medical terminology.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with EPIC and 3M.
• Experience with denials, NCCI edits, medical necessity, and claim edits.
• Experience in facility emergency department, injections/infusions, and ancillary services such as radiology, labs, and clinic.
• Experience with recurring therapy services, including wound care, ultrasound, radiology, echocardiography, sleep studies, PT/OT, and dialysis.

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, while meeting 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 co-workers, management, and hospital staff regarding clinical and reimbursement issues.
• Work professionally, efficiently, and positively, demonstrating customer service, flexibility, dependability, and willingness to learn.
• Comply with the AHIMA code of ethics and all HIM Division policies.
• Take and pass the annual introductory HIPAA examination and other assigned annual testing.

Benefits

• $3,000 sign-on bonus.
• For full-time employees: medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) savings plan with match; two weeks of paid time off; paid holidays; and floating holidays.
• For PRN employees: 401(k) savings plan with match.
• Free continuing education units each year.
• Stipend to assist with education and professional dues (AHIMA/AAPC).
• Remote-work equipment: 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