Certified Medical Coder

Your future role at a glance Location: Remote Department/Specialty: Revenue Cycle Coding Schedule: Full-time 1st shift Salary Range : $23.60 - $31.92 per hour. Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, youu2019ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive + Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options + Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance + Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays + Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning + Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources + Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits + Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more _Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process._ How youu2019ll make an impact in this role + Applies appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes (ICD, CPT, HCPCS) to patient records for claim processing and data analysis, creating APC or DRG assignments. + Abstracts pertinent information and performs complex coding. + Achieves defined productivity and quality rates. + Queries physicians for unclear documentation. + Maintains up-to-date knowledge of and complies with coding guidelines, reimbursement requirements, and ethical coding standards. + Conducts chart audits and provides education as needed. What minimum requirements youu2019ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: + One or more of the following: + Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. All specialties accepted. + Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. All specialties accepted. + Coder specializing in Cardiac credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. + Reg Health Info Admnstr credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. + Reg Health Info Tech credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Education: + High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. + Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable. What additional preferences we're seeking Position is 100% remote, hours worked must be between 6a-6p CT . + CPC or RHIT withdirectevaluation and management(clinic and hospital visits) codingexperience- thisis for professional feebilling. + Must be comfortable speaking with clinicians. + Mustbe able to work independently withstrong attention to detail and be well organized, asthere are many moving parts within the workflows. + Epic experience is a plus. + Cardiology Pro Fee experience desired. _Equal employment opportunity employer_ Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) ( poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) ( poster. _Fraud prevention notice_ Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. _E-Verify statement_ Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

Created: 2026-03-02