Coder Specialist – Cancer Services

Ochsner Health

. Review and accurately code professional services, including evaluation and management and procedures, or hospital outpatient surgeries, procedures, and observation patients .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • Louisiana • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical coding, including proficiency in ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems, while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for effective interaction with providers and team members.

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ICD-10 CodingCPT CodingHCPCS CodingMedical Documentation ReviewCompliance with Regulations

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Hard Skills

ICD-10CPTHCPCSCoding PrinciplesData EntryMedical CodingProductivity StandardsQuality ManagementAnalytical SkillsDecision Making

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Windows ApplicationsRole-Specific Software

Industry Keywords

Professional Services CodingEvaluation and ManagementOutpatient SurgeriesCompliance StandardsAccreditation Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and accurately code professional services, including evaluation and management and procedures, or hospital outpatient surgeries, procedures, and observation patients
Assign ICD-10, CPT, and/or HCPCS codes within established coding guidelines, rules, and regulations
Review medical documentation and validate that it supports assigned codes
Research patient accounts in response to questions and/or errors
Meet department productivity and accuracy standards
Communicate with providers to obtain clarification or additional documentation
Collaborate with team members and other departments to meet monthly departmental goals, including DNFB, Pre-AR, Denials, and Claim Edits
Verify correct discharge disposition based on medical documentation
Maintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or equivalent
1 year of coding experience
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with Windows-style applications, role-specific software packages, and keyboard
Knowledge of ICD-9-CM, ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, and coding principles
Decision making, problem solving, analytical, and quality management skills
Ability to comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements