Medical Coding Consultant

Datavant is a leading data collaboration platform dedicated to transforming healthcare. Our mission is to make health data secure, accessible, and actionable, providing essential solutions for various healthcare entities, including providers, health plans, researchers, and life sciences organizations. At Datavant, you will be part of an innovative team committed to reshaping the future of health data utilization. We are excited to announce that we are expanding our team by hiring a full-time Medical Coding Consultant. This is an excellent opportunity for an attentive and detail-oriented coder eager to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, performance-driven environment. As a Medical Coding Consultant, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of medical coding practices. You will offer invaluable consulting services and educational support to healthcare professionals, aiding them in improving their coding standards. By working closely with clients and healthcare leaders, you will ensure that we not only meet but exceed customer expectations through the identification of solutions and collaboration. This position allows you to significantly influence coding quality, ensure compliance, and optimize outcomes in hospitals and alternative care settings. Your Responsibilities Will Include: Reviewing medical records and assigning accurate codes (CPT, ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, HCPCS) that reflect client requirements. Conducting data quality reviews to ensure compliance with official coding and documentation standards. Communicating effectively with colleagues, management, and hospital staff about clinical and reimbursement matters. Demonstrating excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Identifying opportunities for documentation improvement and addressing coding challenges. Utilizing VPN access to ensure productivity and flexibility in task completion. Upholding Datavant and HIM Division policies, fostering a culture of compliance and operational effectiveness. Tracking continuing education credits to maintain a high proficiency standard. Participating in mandatory sponsored in-service and educational meetings to stay aligned with industry best practices. Following the American Health Information Management Association's code of ethics to uphold professional integrity. Your Qualifications Should Include: At least 1 year of hands-on experience with HCC coding. Experience with Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) coding. Strong knowledge of CPT II codes. Ability to follow structured, process-driven workflows. Proven success in meeting productivity and quality standards. AHIMA (RHIA, RHIT, CCS) or AAPC (CPC, CPC-H, COC, CIC, CRC) certification. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong capability for remote work and effective time management. Familiarity with computerized encoding and abstracting software. Commitment to taking and passing annual HIPAA examinations and any other assigned tests. What We Offer: A comprehensive benefits package, including a 401k Savings Plan. Access to 20-24 free CEUs annually to support your professional growth. Reimbursement for AAPC/AHIMA membership dues. Necessary equipment such as a computer, monitor, and mouse provided by the company. Thorough training led by an experienced coding manager. A supportive management approach that prioritizes mentorship and teamwork. Estimated pay for this role ranges from $20-$28 per hour, varying by location, responsibilities, and experience. Please note that to ensure safety, many of our clients require health screenings and proof of vaccinations post-offer, with exemptions reviewed on a case-by-case basis. This position is not eligible for employment sponsorship. Datavant promotes a discrimination-free workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, welcoming applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any legally protected status. For more details on our commitment to diversity and inclusion, please visit our website. At the conclusion of your application, you will encounter optional demographic questions aimed at improving our recruitment process. Responses will remain anonymous and voluntary. Should you need accommodations during the job search, please reach out through our designated request form on our website.

Created: 2026-04-01