Remote Medical Coder – Hospital Coding Specialist

About the role

We are looking for a meticulous Remote Medical Coder to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will apply US or UK coding standards to complex patient records, ensuring accurate reimbursement and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Review inpatient and outpatient medical records, including operative reports and discharge summaries.
• Assign appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes (ICD‑10, CPT, HCPCS, OPCS‑4, SNOMED CT).
• Ensure coding complies with federal, state, NHS and payer guidelines.
• Identify documentation gaps and query clinicians for clarification.
• Correct coding errors, resolve claim denials, and support revenue cycle management.
• Maintain data integrity, participate in audits, and stay current with coding updates.

Required profile

• 3‑5 years of hospital coding experience (inpatient or outpatient) in the US or UK.
• Active AAPC or AHIMA certification (CPC, CCS, CIC, COC) or equivalent UK credential.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and pharmacology.
• Reliable computer (Windows 10/11 or macOS 12+) with secure remote‑desktop capability.
• High‑speed internet and a verified backup power supply.

Required skills

• ICD‑10‑CM
• CPT
• HCPCS
• OPCS‑4
• SNOMED CT
• Epic
• Cerner
• EMIS Web
• SystmOne