Certified Medical Coder

Lucet

Certified Medical Coder at Lucet, reviewing and coding medical records with a focus on compliance and accuracy. Join a mission-driven team focused on behavioral health.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $27 - $28 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced knowledge of ICD-10-CM coding, medical terminology, and compliance with federal regulations while ensuring high accuracy in coding practices. Proficient in utilizing various systems for medical record management and quality improvement initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

ICD-10 ProficiencyCertified Professional Coder (CPC)Medical Record Review/Audit ExperienceAdvanced Medical Terminology KnowledgeBilingual (Spanish)

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Hard Skills

Medical CodingICD-10-CM CodingCoding AccuracyMedical Chart AuditingProcess Improvement PlanningHealthcare Coding StandardsHCC Risk Adjustment ModelsMedicare Reimbursement RequirementsManaged Care MethodologyNational RAD-V Experience

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailEffective CommunicationTime ManagementCollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Coding SoftwareElectronic Health Records (EHR)Remote Work ToolsQuality Improvement Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)Certified Risk Coder (CRC)Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-based (CCS-P)Professional Coder Specialist (PCS)

Industry Keywords

HIPAA ComplianceCMS GuidelinesHealthcare FieldMedical RecordsFinancial Coding

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The role of the Certified Medical Coder is to review and code medical records in their entirety, assigning appropriate ICD-10-CM codes (as defined by ICD-10-CM Guidelines and CMS) from any/all CMS acceptable documents to be used for financial purposes.
Ensures adherence to Lucet and Departmental Policies and Procedures.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of medical coding across multiple specialties or provide subject matter expertise in a critical specialty area.
Ensure accurate, complete, and compliant assignment of diagnosis codes while maintaining a minimum of 95% coding accuracy and completeness.
Maintain current knowledge of ICD-10-CM guidelines, HCC risk adjustment models, Medicare reimbursement requirements, and applicable federal regulations.
Adhere to HIPAA standards and confidentiality requirements while actively participating in training, education programs, and professional development opportunities.
Utilize multiple systems and tools to research medical records, manage priorities effectively, and meet productivity expectations in a remote work environment.
Support quality improvement initiatives, respond promptly to communications, attend required meetings, and contribute to process enhancement efforts.

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 years prior work experience in the healthcare field specifically related to coding is preferred.
Must be in good standing with either AAPC and/or AHIMA and hold an active CPC, CRC, CCS, CPC-P, CCS-P or PCS with high degree of competence in this area a plus
ICD-10 Proficiency is required.
Experience in review/audit of medical records coding and development of process improvement plans required
Prior medical chart auditing/quality experience preferred.
Advanced knowledge of medical terminology, abbreviations, anatomy and physiology, major disease processes, and pharmacology.
Experience with hospital coding is preferred
Managed Care methodology experience a plus.
National RAD-V experience a plus.
Bilingual (Spanish) is strongly desired
Ability to pass background check upon hire and throughout employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health benefit options: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with competitive employer match
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and wellbeing incentives
Generous paid time off, including volunteer time
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement
Remote work flexibility (role-dependent)