Outpatient SDS Coder

e4health

. Accurately abstract data into appropriate client electronic medical record systems .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical coding, including ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS guidelines, while maintaining a high coding accuracy rate and productivity standards. Strong collaboration and communication skills are essential for effective interaction with clinical documentation and revenue cycle teams.

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ICD-10-CM CodingCPT CodingHCPCS CodingAHIMA or AAPC Coding CredentialData Abstraction

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Hard Skills

Medical CodingData EntryCoding AccuracyClinical Documentation ImprovementStatistical Reporting

Soft Skills

CollaborationAnalytic SkillsProblem-SolvingTime ManagementInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Record Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

AHIMA Coding CredentialAAPC Coding Credential

Industry Keywords

ICD-10-CM GuidelinesCPT GuidelinesHCPCS GuidelinesCMS DirectivesTrauma Level 1 Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Accurately abstract data into appropriate client electronic medical record systems
Follow Official ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Guidelines for Coding, AMA CPT Guidelines, and CMS directives
Perform data entry of required abstracted patient information into the client’s information system
Query physicians to clarify conflicting, imprecise, incomplete, ambiguous, and/or inconsistent clinical information
Interact with Clinical Documentation staff according to account requirements
Assign appropriate ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS codes and modifiers to facility-based Ancillary, Emergency Department, Observation, and/or Outpatient Surgery accounts
Abstract and enter coded data and/or charges for hospital statistical and reporting requirements
Communicate documentation improvement opportunities and coding issues for follow-up and resolution
Communicate with Clinical Documentation Improvement and/or Revenue Cycle teams for follow-up and account reconciliation
Maintain required productivity and quality requirements
Maintain coding credential requirements
Maintain a coding accuracy rate of 95% or better while meeting productivity standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must possess an approved AHIMA or AAPC coding credential
Minimum 3 years’ coding experience required
Trauma Level 1 and Academic Teaching facility experience preferred
Integrity, passion, and ethics are required
Strong collaboration skills
Strong analytic and problem-solving abilities and techniques
Consistent initiative with strong drive for results and success
Commitment to a team environment
Excellent interpersonal skills
Well-developed written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, including deep listening and attention to detail
Ability to self-motivate and self-direct
Strong time management and organizational skills
Commitment and adherence to company Core Values
Applicants for U.S. based positions must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) with company match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
PTO policy
Remote work in a home office environment