Hospital Outpatient Coder I

HCA Healthcare

. Accurately assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, and applicable modifiers for outpatient hospital encounters .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $22 - $28 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical coding, including ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS, while ensuring compliance with coding policies and optimizing reimbursement. Exhibits strong organizational and communication skills to collaborate effectively with clinical teams and manage documentation efficiently.

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ICD-10-CM CodingCPT CodingHCPCS CodingCertified Physician Coder (CPC)Medical Terminology Knowledge

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Hard Skills

ICD-10-CM CodingCPT CodingHCPCS CodingMedical TerminologyAnatomy KnowledgePhysiology KnowledgeData AbstractionEncoder UsageEMR UsageDocumentation Improvement

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Physician Coder – Apprentice (CPC-A)Certified Outpatient Coder – Apprentice (COC-A)Certified Physician Coder (CPC)Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)

Industry Keywords

Outpatient Hospital CodingClinical Documentation Improvement (CDI)Revenue IntegrityCoding ComplianceEmergency Medical Services (EMS)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Accurately assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, and applicable modifiers for outpatient hospital encounters
Code clinic records, diagnostic services, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) documentation
Meet or exceed established quality and productivity benchmarks
Assist in managing DNFB to minimize uncoded days
Collaborate with Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI), billing, and revenue integrity teams
Improve documentation and optimize reimbursement
Identify documentation gaps and escalate when clarification is needed
Contact providers and other staff to obtain missing documentation timely
Abstract data with a high accuracy rate according to policy
Promote a collaborative environment supporting excellence in coding and outcomes
Adapt to changing department demands
Ensure compliance with medical coding policies and guidelines
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
Certified Physician Coder – Apprentice (CPC-A) or Certified Outpatient Coder – Apprentice (COC-A) required
Certified Physician Coder (CPC) or Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) preferred
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Keen attention to detail
Proper phone and email etiquette
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet productivity and quality standards
Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
Understanding of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS
Knowledge and experience using an encoder and EMR required
Ability to work independently in a remote environment
Ability to work under pressure and interact effectively with staff members
Ability to perform continuous sitting, reaching forward, wrist position deviation, pinching/fine motor activities, and keyboard use/repetitive motion
Ability to lift 15 lbs. from floor to waist and 10 lbs. at waist level and above

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical Plan
Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including Healthcare FSA and Dependent Care FSA
Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)
Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
Employee Assistance Program
Commuter Transit
Commuter Parking
Supplemental Life Insurance, including Voluntary Life Spouse, Voluntary Life Employee, and Voluntary Life Child
Voluntary Legal Services
Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Paid Time-Off Program
Remote work arrangement