Certified Coder

Description

Position Summary

The Certified Home Health & Hospice Coder is responsible for accurate and timely coding of clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards. This remote role requires high accountability, productivity, and accuracy to support revenue integrity and quality care.

Key Responsibilities

- Review and code clinical documentation (OASIS, Plans of Care, Hospice documentation)

- Ensure compliance with ICD-10 and CMS guidelines

- Maintain coding accuracy and meet productivity quotas

- Collaborate with clinical teams to resolve documentation issues

- Participate in audits and provide feedback

- Stay current on regulatory updates

- Maintain HIPAA compliance

Performance Expectations

- Meet productivity quotas

- Maintain =95% accuracy

- Complete coding within required timelines

- Demonstrate accountability in remote work environment

Qualifications

- Active coding certification required (one or more of the following):

• HCS-D (Home Care Coding Specialist - Diagnosis)

• HCS-O (Home Care Coding Specialist - OASIS)

- 2-3 years home health or hospice coding experience

- Knowledge of ICD-10 and OASIS

- Experience with EMR systems (HCHB preferred)

- Strong technical and communication skills

Work Environment

- Fully remote

- High accountability and performance monitoring

- Secure HIPAA-compliant workspace required