Coding & Charging Specialist

Mercy

Coding Specialist responsible for reviewing and analyzing medical records to assign diagnoses/procedure codes. Ensures adherence to coding standards and guidelines in a fully remote role.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in ICD-10-CM/PCS and HCPCS/CPT coding, with a strong understanding of Anatomy and Physiology, MS-DRG, and facility charging methodologies. Collaborates effectively with clinical teams while adhering to ethical coding standards and guidelines.

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ICD-10-CM/PCS CodingHCPCS/CPT CodingAnatomy and Physiology KnowledgeCertified Coding Specialist (CCS)Registered Nurse (RN)

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Hard Skills

Diagnosis CodingProcedure CodingCharge CodingClinical Documentation ReviewCoding Guidelines Adherence

Soft Skills

CollaborationAttention to DetailEthical Judgment

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT)Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)Certified Professional Coder (CPC)Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)Certified Radiology Cardiovascular Coding (CIRCC)

Industry Keywords

Healthcare CodingAcute CareProfessional ServiceMS-DRGAPCMPFS/RVU

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reviewing and analyzing documentation present in the medical record
Assigning diagnoses, procedure(s), and charge codes as described by the physician(s) of record
Collaborating with clinical co-workers with combined facility and professional coding and charging responsibilities
Abiding by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association and adhering to official coding guidelines

Requirements

What you’ll need

A.S. from an accredited Nursing or Health Information Management program or associated healthcare discipline or commensurate clinical experience
At least 5 years of coding and/or charging experience in ICD-10-CM/PCS diagnoses/procedure coding and/or HCPCS/CPT procedure coding in an acute care or professional service
Working knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology, MS-DRG, APC, or MPFS/RVU payment and facility charging methodologies
Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), or Certified Radiology Cardiovascular Coding (CIRCC) certification(s)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid time off
Tuition support
Matched retirement plans