Job Description
📍 Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
🏥 Facility: WakeMed Health & Hospitals
⏰ Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift
About the Role:
WakeMed is seeking a skilled and detail-focused Outpatient Coder to support our Home Health Administration department. As an integral part of our revenue cycle team, you will ensure accurate and compliant coding of outpatient medical records, with a focus on home health services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review outpatient clinical documentation and assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes
- Ensure compliance with federal coding guidelines and WakeMed’s policies
- Abstract relevant data and maintain integrity of medical records for reimbursement and reporting
- Collaborate with clinicians and billing teams to clarify documentation
- Support coding audits, quality improvement, and training initiatives
- Maintain productivity and accuracy standards in a high-volume setting
Qualifications:
- Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (Associate’s degree preferred)
- Required Certifications:
- CPC (Certified Professional Coder), CCS (Certified Coding Specialist), or equivalent
- Required Experience:
- 1+ year of outpatient or home health coding experience
- Familiarity with medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
Skills and Attributes:
- Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid guidelines
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and compliance
- Strong communication and analytical skills
- Proficient in EHR and coding software systems
Why Join WakeMed?
- Competitive salary and full benefits package
- Meaningful work supporting community health
- Opportunities for ongoing education and growth
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
Apply Today:
Join WakeMed and help ensure the highest standards of healthcare documentation and reimbursement accuracy.
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