Coding Consultant, Outpatient

Datavant

. Review medical records and assign accurate codes for diagnoses and procedures .

Posted 10/22/2026part-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical coding with a focus on accuracy and compliance, including proficiency in facility E/M leveling and various coding specialties. Maintains high standards of communication and customer service while adhering to ethical guidelines and productivity metrics.

Highest-signal resume keywords

CCS Certification5+ Years Coding ExperienceProficiency in EPICExperience in 3M/SolventumStrong Written and Verbal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Medical CodingDiagnosis CodingProcedure CodingE/M LevelingInjections/Infusions CodingSame Day Surgery CodingObservation CodingAncillary CodingData AbstractingCoding Accuracy

Soft Skills

Time ManagementCustomer ServiceCommunicationInitiativeJudgment

Tools & Technologies

Computerized Encoding SoftwareAbstracting SoftwareEPIC3M/Solventum

Certifications & Qualifications

CCSRHIARHITCPCCPC-HCOCCICCRC

Industry Keywords

AHIMAHIPAACoding StandardsHealthcare ComplianceHospital Coding

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review medical records and assign accurate codes for diagnoses and procedures
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 while meeting productivity standards
Track continuing education credits to maintain professional credentials
Attend Datavant Health-sponsored education meetings and in-services
Exercise initiative and judgment in job responsibilities
Communicate with co-workers, management, and hospital staff regarding clinical and reimbursement issues
Handle high-complexity work and decision-making
Adhere to AHIMA’s code of ethics and HIM Division Policies
Provide professional, efficient, positive, customer-service-focused work

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong ED coder with 5+ years experience
CCS required
Experience in facility E/M leveling, injections/infusions, and bedside procedures
Experience in EPIC and 3M/Solventum required
AHIMA certified credentials (RHIA, RHIT, CCS) or AAPC certified credentials (CPC, CPC-H, COC, CIC or CRC)
2+ years of coding experience in a hospital and/or coding consulting role
Proficiency with most or all of these coding specialties: Same Day Surgery, Observation, Injections/Infusions
Proficiency with most or all of these coding specialties: Ancillary, Emergency Department, Injections/Infusions, E/M leveling
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Adeptness in remote work and exceptional time management skills
Experience in computerized encoding and abstracting software
Required to take and pass annual Introductory HIPAA examination and other assigned annual testing
Not eligible for employment sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits for Full-Time employees: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Savings Plan w/match, 2 weeks of paid time off, and Paid Holidays, Floating Holidays
Benefits for PRN employees: 401k savings plan w/match
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
Fully remote work with a flexible schedule