Radiology Coder Phys Pract

Banner Health • Phoenix, AZ

17h • Remote

About The Position

Banner Health is seeking a motivated, experienced Physician Coder to code records for its Radiology group, including CT, ultrasounds, and all modalities. The coder evaluates medical records, abstracts clinical and surgical information, and assigns diagnosis and procedure codes in accordance with national coding guidelines and reimbursement requirements. The role is fully remote for candidates living in specified states and offers flexible scheduling, generally any eight-hour period between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., with production emphasized. Banner provides equipment and at least one month of training tailored to individual needs, along with continued career support. A coding assessment may be given after a successful interview.

The position works independently under regular supervision and uses specialized knowledge to code ICD-CM and CPT-4, support accurate APC assignment, address NCCI edits, reconcile charges as required, and maintain quality and regulatory compliance. The coder may consult providers, coding quality analysts, supervisors, or departments to resolve missing, inadequate, or inconsistent documentation. The role may also include compiling reports and tabulating medical-record data for research or analysis.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge and specialized formal training equivalent to a two-year certification course in medical record keeping principles and practices, anatomy, physiology, pathology, medical terminology, standard nomenclature, and diagnosis and operation classification; alternatively, an associate’s degree in a related health care field.
• At least one active AHIMA or AAPC credential: CPC, CCS, CCS-P, CCA, CPC-A, RHIA, or RHIT; certification may include a general specialty area.
• Six months of professional coding services or other related healthcare experience within a broad range of healthcare facilities.
• Knowledge and understanding of ICD and CPT coding principles consistent with AHIMA coding competencies and normally demonstrated by AAPC certification.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently remotely using common office programs, coding software, and abstracting systems.
• For this radiology assignment, an active CPC is required and CPC-A candidates are accepted only with at least six months of radiology coding experience; CPC-A without that experience does not meet the stated role criteria.
• Recent and consistent coding work history is requested.

Nice To Haves

• Specialty certification.
• Additional related education and/or experience.
• Six months to one year of coding experience is described as ideal.

Responsibilities

• Analyze medical records and accurately code diagnostic and procedural information in accordance with national coding guidelines and reimbursement requirements.
• Consult medical providers to clarify missing or inadequate information and determine appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes.
• Meet department-specific productivity and quality standards for thorough, timely, and accurate coding.
• Code ICD-CM and CPT-4 for accurate APC assignment and address NCCI edits as appropriate.
• Reconcile charges as required.
• Abstract diagnoses, procedure codes, and other relevant information from medical records into electronic medical records.
• Seek missing information and complete records with relevant codes, dates, provider details, discharge disposition, and required signatures or authorizations.
• Refer inconsistent treatment information or documentation to coding quality analysts, supervisors, or departments for clarification.
• Ensure assigned records comply with applicable coding rules, regulations, and professional standards, including requirements of state Medicaid plans, CMS, OIG, and HCFA.
• Compile daily and monthly reports and tabulate medical-record data for research or analysis when assigned.
• Seek guidance when needed to interpret coding guidelines and Local Coverage Determinations.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling.
• Great benefits (specific benefits are not listed).
• Internal growth opportunities.
• Training for one month or more based on individual needs, with continued career support.
• Employer-provided equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED