Medical Records Technician - Outpatient Coder
RemoteUnited States
United StatesRemoteFull TimeMedium
Full TimeMedium
Job Summary
Conduct outpatient facility coding including ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT/HCPCS, DRG, and E&M for all encounters assigned by VAPORHCS. Access and review health record documentation in VA's VistA/CPRS system to enter codes, applying modifiers, CCI bundling guidelines, and Reason Not Billable designations. Code all standard cases within 7 calendar days of receipt or discharge, with priority cases due within one business day. Clarify conflicting or ambiguous record information by consulting with the contract coder supervisor. Comply with HIPAA, VA/VHA privacy directives, and AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding.
Required Qualifications
- Active coding credential from AHIMA (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CCS-P) or AAPC (CPC or CPC-H)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in outpatient coding
- Proficiency with ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT/HCPCS, DRG assignment, and E&M guidelines
- Ability to work within VA systems (e.g., VistA/CPRS, VIRR)
- U.S. citizenship
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