Coding Representative (Remote Eligible)

1. About Our Client:The organization operates a comprehensive academic medical center serving as a regional referral center in Iowa. It employs over 12,000 staff, students, and volunteers focused on delivering safe, quality health care and exemplary patient service. The entity is recognized nationally as one of the best hospitals in the United States.2. About the Opportunity:The Coding Representative role involves assigning ICD-10 and CPT codes for hospital outpatient surgery and observation services. This position ensures accurate medical coding to support compliance and proper patient revenue management, contributing to the organization’s operational efficiency and regulatory adherence. The role is remote-eligible following required training.3. Responsibilities:• Review medical record documentation to assign accurate ICD-10-CM diagnosis and CPT procedure codes for hospital outpatient surgical and observation services.• Apply ICD-10 Official Coding Guidelines, regulatory requirements, and coding compliance policies.• Implement initiatives to enhance compliance and reduce institutional risk.• Meet productivity and accuracy targets set by supervisors.• Identify coding trends and suggest improvements.• Contribute to process enhancements including denial management.• Prepare work list and other reports as directed.• Communicate with providers and staff to resolve coding issues.• Assist with or provide training on documentation requirements.• Participate in internal training programs.4. Requirements:• Completion of a degree in Health Information Management or equivalent coding certification program.• Certification such as RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, or CPC from a recognized credentialing body; full certification required within six months of hire.• Knowledge of hospital outpatient ICD-10-CM and CPT coding, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.• Proficiency with computer software, including Microsoft Office.• Strong written and verbal communication skills.• High attention to detail and accuracy.• Ability to work professionally with diverse individuals.Desired:• 1-3 years of experience in hospital outpatient ICD-10-CM and CPT coding.• Familiarity with CMS regulations and industry standards.• Experience with Epic and 3M or equivalent DRG encoder/analyzer software.5. Pay Range and Compensation Package:• Annual salary starting at $45,000, commensurate with experience.6. Benefits & Perks:• Paid vacation and sick leave.• Health, dental, life, and disability insurance options.• Employer contributions to retirement plans.Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.Note:TalentHop is not the Employer of Record (EOR) for this role. Our purpose in this opportunity is to connect exceptional candidates with leading employers. We help job seekers worldwide discover roles that match their goals and guide them to complete their full application directly through the hiring company’s career page or ATS.