Certified Medical Coder, Ambulatory Procedure Visit (APV)

Laredo Technical Services, Inc.

Certified Medical Coder handling outpatient procedure visit coding for a government agency remotely. Responsible for coding, audits, and training MTF staff on documentation and guidelines.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical coding, including E&M, ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding, while ensuring compliance with DoD and JCAHO requirements. Proficient in educating staff and managing multiple projects effectively within the outpatient setting.

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E&M CodingICD CodingCPT CodingHCPCS CodingMedical Terminology

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Hard Skills

Medical Record DocumentationCoding GuidelinesAnatomy and Physiology KnowledgeEncoder ExperienceDocumentation Requirements

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAbility to Handle Multiple ProjectsPrioritization Skills

Tools & Technologies

Coding Compliance-Editor Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT)Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)Certified Professional Coder (CPC)Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)Certified Coder Specialist (CCS)Certified Coder Specialist Physician (CCS-P)

Industry Keywords

Outpatient SettingAmbulatory SurgeryHealth Information ManagementReimbursement GuidelinesAudit Process

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for assignment of accurate E&M, ICD, CPT and HCPCS codes and modifiers from medical record documentation into the Government computer systems
Identifies and abstracts information from medical records (paper or electronic) for special studies and audits, internal and external
Interacts with MTF staff to ensure documentation is clear and supports coding assignments
Educates MTF staff through individual or group in-services and training sessions
Maintains a delinquency report of missing records in order to facilitate completion of work within the required thresholds
Works closely with the Coding Supervisor/auditor during audit process
Ensures all required component parts of the medical record that pertain to coding are present, accurate and compile with DoD and JCAHO requirements
Works with Coding Compliance-Editor software to ensure records are accurately coded
May also be responsible for the assignment of accurate ICD diagnoses, CPT and HCPCS, modifiers, and quantities from medical record documentation (paper or electronic) for inpatient professional services (IPPS encounters - a.k.a, rounds)
Perform focus audits as designated by the MTF
All audit spreadsheets are submitted to the supervisor weekly without discrepancies as required
Submit monthly report on activities done for the month, e.g. audit results, training provided and feedback as required by the MTF
Must attend scheduled coding and auditing meetings and trainings as required by the MTF
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Position requires excellent computer/communication skills for provider and staff interactions
Knowledge of anatomy/physiology and disease process, medical terminology, coding guidelines (outpatient and ambulatory surgery), documentation requirements, familiarity with medications and reimbursement guidelines; and encoder experience
Candidate must have ability to handle multiple projects and appropriately prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Certified Coder Specialist (CCS), Certified Coder Specialist Physician (CCS-P) are preferred for outpatient/ambulatory surgery medical coders as long as candidate has a minimum of three-year experience in the outpatient setting (physician's office or ambulatory care centers) within the last five years
An accrediting institution recognized by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and/or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) must accredit education and certification
A minimum of one of the following: An associate’s degree in health information management or a university certificate in medical coding, OR at least 20 quarter/30 semester hours university/college credit that includes relevant coursework such as anatomy/physiology, medical terminology, health information management, and/or pharmacology
Contract medical coders will obtain the required continued education hours at no expense to the government in order to maintain current and proper national certification(s) required for the position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Vacation
Sick Leave
Competitive salary based on experience and technical qualifications
Disability & Life Insurance
11 Paid Federal Holidays including: New Year’s Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Presidents Birthday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Columbus Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day