Certified Professional Coder

TaskUs

Certified Professional Coder reviewing medical records and auditing for compliance with coding guidelines. Ensuring accurate submission of claims for outpatient behavioral health services.

Posted 6/16/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Audit charts to ensure accurate ICD-10 CM and CPT code assignment as well as documentation integrity to prevent claim denials
Use critical and logical thinking skills in chart-auditing based on the guidance set forth by the client
Uphold netiquette and professionalism in any interaction with the TaskUs team, other vendors and the client
Review medical records and verify the documentation justifies the diagnostic and procedural codes (ICD-10 CM and CPT codes)
Verify and abstract all medical data from patient records, including treatment plans, diagnoses, and procedures
Ensure compliance with coding guidelines and regulations, including HIPAA and CMS guidelines
Monitor and report on coding-related trends and issues, and make recommendations for process improvements
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of coding guidelines and regulations, and attend continuing education courses as required to maintain CPC certification
Maintain accurate and complete documentation of coding activities and communicate effectively with team members and other stakeholders
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and other projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent; associate's or bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, or related field preferred
CPC certification from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or equivalent certification required
Minimum of 2 years of experience in medical coding, preferably in an outpatient setting or for professional services
Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems and guidelines
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Proficient in Google Sheets and electronic medical record (EMR) systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive industry salaries
Comprehensive benefits packages
Total Rewards
Wellness
HR
Diversity programs
Inclusive environment
Internal mobility support
Professional growth opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

ICD-10 CM codingCPT codingHCPCS codingmedical codingchart auditingdocumentation integritycoding guidelinescompliancedata abstractionprocess improvement

Soft Skills

critical thinkinglogical thinkingattention to detailindependencecommunicationinterpersonal skillsorganizational skillsprofessionalismnetiquetteteam collaboration

Certifications

CPC certification