VIP Coding Specialist PRN

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

12d•Remote

About The Position

Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: VIS NLI Coding Job Summary: Are you detail oriented, love solving documentation puzzles, and enjoy work that truly makes a difference? We’re looking for friendly, motivated team members to join our Coding team. As a Coding Specialist, you’ll support patient care and organizational excellence by assigning accurate ICD 10 CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes across a variety of medical records. Your expertise helps drive proper reimbursement, supports physician documentation, and strengthens our organization’s commitment to excellence. If you’re detail oriented, self motivated, and excited about continuous learning, this is the perfect place to grow your skills and your career. This role offers a supportive, team oriented environment with opportunities for continuing education, growth, and meaningful contributions every day. This role is fully remote, with meetings held virtually as needed. We are seeking someone with flexible hours and is available dependent on workloads. We review all applications carefully, and qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a virtual interview. We can’t wait to meet the next great addition to our team! .

Requirements

Epic knowledge
Microsoft Office proficiency
Coding certification: CPC, RHIT, or CCS
High School Diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

M-F and/or Weekends for 10-20hrs a week dependent on workloads.
A minimum of 2 yrs of experience in coding experience with professional fee or global fee coding, preferably with Radiology coding knowledge or similar.
Experience with HCPCS coding and denial reviews is a plus.

Responsibilities

Reviews complete medical records and assigns accurate ICD‑10‑CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
Ensures documentation supports all assigned codes; identifies missing details and collaborates with clinic staff to obtain clarification.
Applies current coding guidelines, compliance rules, and payer‑specific requirements (federal, state, and commercial).
Demonstrates in‑depth understanding of medical terminology, human anatomy, and physiology to support proper code selection.
Maintains accurate, up‑to‑date records of completed and in‑progress work.
Meets established productivity and quality standards.
Assists with Compliance and Internal Audits as requested.
Researches and resolves coding questions proactively, taking initiative to stay current with evolving guidelines.
Utilizes appropriate coding references and resources on an ongoing basis.
Organizes and prioritizes workload effectively in a fast‑moving environment.
Actively pursues continuing education credits as required by professional associations.