Certified Medical Coder - Inpatient & Outpatient/ED - CMC

Job Title: Certified Medical Coder – Inpatient & Outpatient/ED

Location: Bronx, NY 10461 (Remote)

Type: Contract

Pay Rate: $35 – $37 per hour

Note: This role is fully remote after 1–2 weeks of onsite training.

Job Summary

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking Certified Medical Coder – Inpatient & Outpatient/ED for an exciting Remote job in Bronx, NY.

Key Responsibilities

Medical Coding & Documentation Review

• Assign accurate ICD-9-CM, CPT-4, and HCPCS codes for Inpatient, Outpatient, and ED encounters.

• Review clinical documentation, physician notes, operative reports, and diagnostic findings for correct code assignment.

• Validate coding for medical necessity per payor and federal guidelines.

• Ensure coding accuracy to support appropriate reimbursement and reduce denials.

• Query providers regarding incomplete or unclear documentation.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Adhere to CMS, AHIMA, AHA, and facility-specific coding standards.

• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and payor billing regulations.

• Stay current with coding updates and policy changes.

• Participate in internal audits and quality improvement activities.

• Meet established productivity and accuracy benchmarks.

Required Skills

• Advanced knowledge of ICD-9-CM, CPT-4, HCPCS, and multi-specialty medical terminology.

• Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, and clinical workflows.

• Proven experience in acute care coding, including:

  • Inpatient

  • Outpatient

  • Emergency Department (ED)

• Ability to interpret and apply complex coding guidelines.

• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.

Certifications

• RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CCP (at least one required)

For more details contact at [email protected] or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.