Certified Medical Coder - CMC 26-04321
Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Certified Medical Coder
Location: Houston, TX (Onsite)
Duration: 13 Weeks
Employment Type: Contract
Shift: Day Shift (Full-Time)
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Certified Medical Coder responsible for reviewing clinical documentation and diagnostic results to accurately assign ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 codes, and modifiers. The role supports billing, reporting, research, and regulatory compliance while adhering to official coding guidelines and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Assign accurate codes for diagnoses, treatments, and procedures for outpatient encounters
- Apply ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and modifier coding in accordance with official guidelines
- Review clinical documentation to extract and enter relevant data for coding and abstracting
- Ensure compliance with coding standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies
- Follow ethical coding standards as defined by industry guidelines
- Communicate effectively with providers and clinical staff to clarify documentation (query process)
- Support coding quality, productivity, and accuracy benchmarks
- Assist in mentoring junior coders and contribute to team knowledge sharing
- Participate in continuous education and maintain coding certifications
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Required QualificationsEducation
- High School Diploma or GED (Required)
- Associate Degree in a medical-related field (Preferred)
Certifications (One Required)
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or
- Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or
- Certified Medical Coder (CMC), or
- Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
Required Experience & Skills
- Minimum 2 years of outpatient coding experience (E/M coding required)
- Experience coding for Neurology and/or Neurosurgery (Preferred)
- Exposure to HCC coding (Preferred)
- Familiarity with coding compliance, reimbursement methodologies, and APC guidelines
- Experience with EPIC or similar EHR systems (Preferred)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Additional Expectations
- Adhere to organizational policies, coding standards, and compliance regulations
- Maintain high standards of accuracy, productivity, and quality
- Support a collaborative and professional work environment
- Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning and professional development
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.