Coding Consultant

Datavant

. Review medical records and assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $20 - $35 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in outpatient coding with a focus on accuracy and compliance, including proficiency in Same Day Surgery, Observation, and Emergency Department coding. Maintains professional credentials and adheres to ethical standards while effectively communicating and collaborating with healthcare teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

CCS Certification5+ Years ED Coding Experience2+ Years Multispecialty Outpatient Coding ExperienceProficiency in Same Day Surgery and Observation CodingExperience with EPIC and 3M Software

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Hard Skills

Outpatient CodingDiagnostic Ancillary CodingProcedure CodingCoding AccuracyMedical Record DocumentationCoding ComplianceRev Code AssignmentE/M Leveling CodingCoding Software ProficiencyStatistical Reporting

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTime Management SkillsTeam CollaborationCustomer Service FocusProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

EPIC3MPowerChartDolbey FusionTrucodeCerner/3M3603M/Solventum

Certifications & Qualifications

CCSRHIARHITCPCCPC-HCOCCICCRC

Industry Keywords

Healthcare CodingMedical NecessityCoding EthicsAHIMA StandardsLevel 1 Trauma CodingOutpatient Surgery CodingClinical Documentation ImprovementCoding ConsultingDenials ManagementNCCI Edits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review medical records and assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes
Assign and sequence codes based on medical record documentation
Assign appropriate discharge disposition
Abstract and enter coded data for hospital statistical and reporting requirements
Communicate documentation improvement opportunities and coding issues for follow-up and resolution
Maintain 95% coding accuracy and 95% APC assignment accuracy
Meet site-designated productivity standards
Track continuing education credits to maintain professional credentials
Attend Datavant Health-sponsored education meetings and in-services
Communicate with co-workers, management, and hospital staff regarding clinical and reimbursement issues
Handle high-complexity work functions and decision-making
Adhere to AHIMA’s code of ethics and HIM Division policies
Provide professional, efficient, positive, customer-service-focused work
Collaborate effectively through strong organization and teamwork
Datavant provides healthcare data collaboration solutions for providers, health plans, researchers, and life sciences companies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experienced and credentialed outpatient coder
2+ years of multispecialty outpatient coding experience for the first listed specialty
Minimum of 3 years' experience in an academic medical center, including Level 1 Trauma, for SDS/OBS coding
Ability to commit to 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday during normal business hours for diagnostic ancillary coding
5+ years of ED coding experience for the ED coder specialty
CCS required for ED coding specialty
5+ years of outpatient same-day surgery/observation coding experience for the OP SDS/OBS specialty
CCS required for OP SDS/OBS specialty
AHIMA credentials: RHIA, RHIT, or CCS; or AAPC credentials: CPC, CPC-H, COC, CIC, or CRC
2+ years of coding experience in a hospital and/or coding consulting role
Proficiency in Same Day Surgery, Observation, Injections/Infusions, Ancillary, Emergency Department, and E/M leveling coding specialties
Experience with facility ED, injections/infusions, ancillary services, recurring therapy services, denials, NCCI edits, medical necessity, and claim edits preferred or a plus where specified
Experience with EPIC, 3M, PowerChart, Dolbey Fusion, Trucode, Cerner/3M360, and 3M/Solventum as applicable to specialty
Experience coding diagnostic ancillary services, Radiology including mammograms, and Maternity diagnosis coding
Ability to code both SDS and OBS and familiarity with Rev Code assignment for surgeries
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Adeptness in remote work and exceptional time management skills
Experience in computerized encoding and abstracting software
Must pass annual Introductory HIPAA examination and other assigned annual testing
Must maintain professional credentials and track continuing education credits
This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision
401k Savings Plan w/match
2 weeks of paid time off
Paid Holidays
Floating Holidays
Free CEUs every year
Stipend provided to assist with education and professional dues (AHIMA/AAPC)
Equipment: monitor, laptop, mouse, headset, and keyboard
Comprehensive training led by a credentialed professional coding manager
Exceptional service-style management and mentorship
Flexible schedule
$1,000/$1,500 sign-on bonus depending on specialty