Certified Medical Coder - CMC

Job Title: Certified Medical Coder

Location: Houston, TX (Onsite)

Duration: 13 Weeks

Employment Type: Contract

Shift: Day Shift (Full-Time)

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Certified Medical Coder responsible for reviewing clinical documentation and diagnostic results to accurately assign ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 codes, and modifiers. The role supports billing, reporting, research, and regulatory compliance while adhering to official coding guidelines and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

Assign accurate codes for diagnoses, treatments, and procedures for outpatient encounters

Apply ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and modifier coding in accordance with official guidelines

Review clinical documentation to extract and enter relevant data for coding and abstracting

Ensure compliance with coding standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies

Follow ethical coding standards as defined by industry guidelines

Communicate effectively with providers and clinical staff to clarify documentation (query process)

Support coding quality, productivity, and accuracy benchmarks

Assist in mentoring junior coders and contribute to team knowledge sharing

Participate in continuous education and maintain coding certifications

Perform additional duties as assignedRequired Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Associate Degree in a medical-related field (Preferred)Certifications (One Required)

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or

Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or

Certified Medical Coder (CMC), or

Certified Coding Associate (CCA)Required Experience & Skills

Minimum 2 years of outpatient coding experience (E/M coding required)

Experience coding for Neurology and/or Neurosurgery (Preferred)

Exposure to HCC coding (Preferred)

Familiarity with coding compliance, reimbursement methodologies, and APC guidelines

Experience with EPIC or similar EHR systems (Preferred)

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skillsAdditional Expectations

Adhere to organizational policies, coding standards, and compliance regulations

Maintain high standards of accuracy, productivity, and quality

Support a collaborative and professional work environment

Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning and professional development

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About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a 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.