Outpatient Hospital Coder

Seattle Children's

Outpatient Hospital Coder abstracting diagnosis and procedural codes for Seattle Children’s pediatric hospital. Resolving coding edits, EPIC account issues, denials, and coding complaints remotely in Washington State.

Posted 9/3/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $29 - $44 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coding and abstracting diagnosis and procedural codes from various hospital case types while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in utilizing hospital encoding systems and resolving coding-related issues effectively.

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AHIMA RHITAHIMA RHIAAHIMA CCSAAPC CPCAAPC COC

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Hard Skills

Diagnosis CodingProcedural CodingCoding ValidationClaim EditsData AbstractionRegulatory ComplianceCoding ResearchCoding Denials ResolutionHealth Information Management

Tools & Technologies

EPICHospital Encoding Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

AHIMA RHITAHIMA RHIAAHIMA CCSAAPC CPCAAPC COC

Industry Keywords

Health Information ManagementOutpatient ClinicsEmergency DepartmentSurgical CasesImagingProfessional Billing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collect relevant, pertinent, accurate, and timely diagnosis and procedural codes from hospital case types
Abstract codes from outpatient clinics, emergency department, surgical cases, observation, infusion, imaging, and professional billing
Use hospital encoding systems and resources
Recognize data that can be abstracted, presented, and interpreted throughout the hospital data cycle
Resolve coding validation and claim edits using regulatory and compliant processes
Work account problems in EPIC
Research denials
Review family complaints related to coding
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's Degree or two years college coursework in Health Information Management, or equivalent work experience
Alternatively, Seattle Children’s Apprentice Hospital Coder experience for no less than 12 months
Required credential: AHIMA RHIT, RHIA, CCS, or CCS-P
Required credential: AAPC CPC, COC, CIC, CRC, CPMA, or CPC
Effective use of hospital encoding systems and resources
Knowledge of regulatory and compliant coding processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
403(b)
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement