Vascular Surgery Coder

Guidehouse

Vascular surgery coder assigning ICD-10 and CPT/HCPCS codes for Guidehouse’s healthcare clients. Reviewing documentation, denials, queues, and claims while maintaining accuracy and compliance.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $108,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical coding with a focus on ICD-10 and CPT coding standards, ensuring high accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations. Proficient in managing coding workflows and communicating effectively with healthcare personnel to resolve coding discrepancies.

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ICD-10 CodingCPT CodingCPC CertificationVascular Surgery CodingEMR Experience

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Hard Skills

Medical CodingICD-10 Diagnosis CodingCPT/HCPCS CodingCoding AccuracyCoding Guidelines ComplianceClaim ResolutionCoding ProductivityCoding Discrepancy CommunicationFederal Coding RegulationsState Coding Regulations

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAbility to MultitaskInterpersonal SkillsIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

EMR SystemsPractice Management SystemsExcelWordPowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

CPC CertificationCCVT CredentialCIRCC Credential

Industry Keywords

Clinical DocumentationSurgical CodingGeneral Surgery CodingTrauma Surgery CodingHIPAA Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review clinical documentation and diagnostic results to extract data and assign ICD-10 diagnosis codes and CPT/HCPCS codes
Code surgical, General Surgery, and Trauma Surgery charts as assigned
Code conditions and procedures according to ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines, CMS/MAC rules, CPT rules, and other mandated coding standards
Review payer coding-related denials and recommend appropriate claim-resolution actions
Ensure all documented services are coded accurately and obtain appropriate documentation when needed
Maintain 95% coding accuracy and productivity
Work the review queue daily and communicate corrections and re-bill requirements to facilities
Code or pend every chart in the queue within 24 hours
Provide answers to physician and hospital coding or billing questions within eight hours
Work with IQC staff and facility coding and billing teams to meet quality, efficiency, and reimbursement standards
Communicate coding discrepancies and problems to supervisors
Check the Guidehouse email system at least every two hours during coding sessions
Maintain HIPAA-compliant workstations and follow coding division policies and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent
5+ years of experience in medical coding
3+ years of vascular surgery coding experience, including inpatient and outpatient coding for physician claims
CPC certification from AAPC
EMR experience
Must maintain current professional credentials throughout employment
Ability to work independently and multitask
Ability to interface with all levels of personnel and clients
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Advanced knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
High level of accuracy
Strong working knowledge and experience with federal and state coding regulations and guidelines
CCVT and/or CIRCC credential from AAPC preferred
Experience with multiple EMR and/or practice management systems preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Discretionary variable incentive bonus eligibility
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account
Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Flexible benefits package