Certified Medical Coder
Steadfast Health
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
Visit company websiteExplore more
About the role
- Accurately assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for Behavioral Health and SUD services across inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Review clinical documentation to ensure coding accuracy, completeness, and compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Apply coding guidelines specific to mental health and substance use treatment, including outpatient behavioral health and inpatient consult services.
- Identify documentation gaps and work collaboratively with providers and clinical staff to improve coding quality and documentation standards.
- Ensure coding supports medical necessity and payer requirements.
- Stay current with coding updates, payer policies, and regulatory changes related to Behavioral Health and SUD services.
- Assist with coding audits, respond to audit findings, and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Maintain productivity and accuracy benchmarks as defined by the organization.
- Support billing and revenue cycle teams by resolving coding-related denials or questions.
Requirements
- Active coding certification: CPC, CCS, or equivalent (AAPC or AHIMA).
- Minimum of 3–5 years of professional coding experience in Behavioral Health.
- Strong experience coding Substance Use Disorder (SUD) services preferred.
- Experience with both inpatient and outpatient coding environments.
- Expert knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines.
- Understanding of medical necessity, compliance standards, and payer-specific requirements.
- Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
- 401(k) match up to 5% to help you invest in your future.
- 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, plus employer-sponsored life insurance for added peace of mind.
- Re-Fuel Days: Take four paid days each year to recharge — for mental health, rest, or continuing education.
- Generous PTO, floating paid holidays, and paid volunteer days
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential access to therapy sessions, legal guidance, financial resources, and health coaching.
- An opportunity to shape our growth — join us early and help define the future of addiction care.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
ICD-10-CM codingCPT codingHCPCS codingcoding auditscoding guidelinesbehavioral health codingsubstance use disorder codinginpatient codingoutpatient codingmedical necessity
Soft skills
attention to detailcollaborationcommunicationproblem-solvingaccuracyorganizational skillsadaptabilitycritical thinkingtime managementquality improvement
Certifications
CPCCCSAAPC certificationAHIMA certification