Certified Medical Coder - Outpatient & Emergency Department - CMCOED 26-00469

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Certified Medical Coder – Outpatient & Emergency Department

Job Type: Contract
Location: Bronx, NY (Remote after training – Client Confidential)
Duration: 13 Weeks

Work Arrangement

• Hybrid to Remote: Initial 1–2 weeks onsite training, then fully remote

• Remote transition timing may be adjusted based on candidate readiness and performance

Position Overview

A healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Certified Medical Coder with strong expertise in Outpatient and Emergency Department (ED) coding. This role requires advanced knowledge of medical coding standards, payer requirements, and federal billing regulations, with the ability to work independently in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate and compliant medical coding for outpatient and ED encounters in an acute care setting.

• Assign ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and other applicable coding classifications.

• Ensure adherence to official coding guidelines, payer policies, and federal billing regulations.

• Research and resolve complex or ambiguous coding scenarios.

• Maintain high productivity and accuracy standards with minimal supervision.

• Utilize encoder and coding systems including EPIC and 3M/HDS.

• Support internal quality assurance initiatives and assist with coder education as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 3–4+ years of Outpatient medical coding experience

• Emergency Department coding experience – Required

• Inpatient coding experience preferred

• Proficiency with EPIC and 3M/HDS coding applications

• Expert knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and outpatient/ED coding guidelines

• Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, and disease processes

• Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, encoder tools)

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Education & Certification

• High School Diploma or GED – Required

One or more of the following certifications required:

• CCS

• CPC

• RHIA / RHIT

• CCP
  
  

For more details reach at vgill@navitassols.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1203.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.