Coder II

SSM Health

Remote Coder II Professional coding and abstracting medical records for billing at SSM Health. Responsible for coding compliance and collaboration with healthcare providers.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois, Montana, Oklahoma, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical coding and compliance, with a strong focus on accurate coding for billing and reimbursement. Capable of training and mentoring staff while ensuring adherence to coding guidelines and regulations.

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Medical CodingCompliance with Coding GuidelinesCharge Review ManagementTraining and Mentoring Staff2+ Years of Professional Coding Experience

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Hard Skills

Coding and Abstracting Medical RecordsAssigning Appropriate CodesReviewing Patient InformationIdentifying Billable ServicesConsulting with Physicians/Providers

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Records

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Coding Associate (CCA)Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-based (CCS-P)Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)Certified Professional Coder (CPC®)Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC-A)Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Accurately code and abstract medical records for billing and reimbursement purposes.
Review patient information and assign appropriate codes.
Ensure compliance with coding guidelines and regulations.
Manage assigned charge review and coding-related claim edit work queues to ensure timely and accurate charge capture.
Identify all billable services through review of applicable data sources, including electronic health records and various reports.
Consult with physicians/providers to clarify documentation in records that is inadequate or unclear for coding.
Train and mentor coding staff to effectively perform their job responsibilities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of professional coding experience is required.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Certified Coding Associate (CCA) - American Health Information Management Assoc (AHIMA) OR Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-based (CCS-P) - American Health Information Management Assoc (AHIMA) OR Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) OR Certified Professional Coder (CPC®) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) OR Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - American Health Information Management Assoc (AHIMA) OR Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - American Health Information Management Assoc (AHIMA) OR Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC-A) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) OR Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - American Health Information Management Assoc (AHIMA).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.