Certified Coder – Pediatrics Central Administration

WashU IT

. Review medical record documentation to determine appropriate billing codes and necessary documentation .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $26 - $39 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical coding, including proficiency in ICD-10 and CPT coding, along with strong knowledge of medical terminology and billing processes. Capable of leading coding teams and enhancing physician awareness of documentation requirements.

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ICD-10 CodingCPT CodingMedical BillingAHIMA Coding CredentialsAAPC Coding Credentials

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Hard Skills

Medical CodingICD-10 Procedure Coding SystemCPT CodingMedical TerminologyBilling Code Review

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam LeadershipProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Computer Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

AHIMA (CCA, CCS, CCS-P)AAPC (CPC, CPC-A, CPC-H, CPC-H-A)

Industry Keywords

Medical Record DocumentationEvaluation and Management CodingDocumentation RequirementsCase ReportsFollow-Up Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review medical record documentation to determine appropriate billing codes and necessary documentation
Identify pertinent facts in records to select comprehensive diagnoses and procedures describing patients’ conditions and treatment
Code evaluation and management using appropriate CPT codes
Code diagnoses using appropriate ICD-10 codes
Meet with physicians to review documentation, resolve coding issues, secure signatures for unsigned dates of service, and tag files for follow-up
Act as lead person and assist coders and IBC staff with medical terminology and policy interpretation
Assist efforts to increase physician awareness of documentation requirements
Prepare case reports and initiate follow-up for the billing process
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have one of the following coding credentials: AHIMA (CCA, CCS, or CCS-P); AAPC (CPC, CPC-A, CPC-H, CPC-H-A, or one of the AAPC specialty-specific coding credentials)
Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding
Skills in computer systems, ICD-10 Procedure Coding System, medical billing and coding, and medical terminology
Previous coding experience or experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in a related field is preferred
Associate degree in Medical Coding & Billing is preferred
Must satisfactorily perform essential job functions
External candidates receiving an offer must complete pre-employment screening, including criminal background check and applicable checks, drug screen, employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 22 days of vacation
10 recognized holidays
Sick time
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance
Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees
Defined contribution 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, with employee and university contributions starting at 7%
Wellness challenges
Annual health screenings
Mental health resources
Mindfulness programs and courses
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Financial resources
Access to dietitians
4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child
Family care resources for childcare needs
Adult care resources
Tuition coverage for employees and families, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years