Certified Medical Coder - Inpatient and Outpatient - Full Time
Description:
Coding Specialist
Southern New Hampshire Health has been a cornerstone of the region since 1893, delivering high-quality, compassionate care close to home. Anchored by Southern New Hampshire Medical Center—a 188-bed, DNV-accredited hospital in downtown Nashua with a Level III-N trauma center, Level II Special Care Nursery, and Magnet® designation for nursing excellence—we offer a full spectrum of services from primary care to advanced diagnostics and specialized treatments. Our medical staff includes over 500 providers from Foundation Medical Partners and local practices. Foundation Medical Partners, our multi-specialty group, spans 70+ practices across southern New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts, providing coordinated, patient-centered care to thousands each year.
About the Job
We are hiring Coding Specialists (certified) to support both inpatient and outpatient coding within our Health Information Management (Revenue Cycle) department. In this role, you will review medical records and assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes to ensure compliance, data integrity, and appropriate reimbursement. These positions are 100% remote; however, candidates should reside within the New England region.
What You'll Do
Review and analyze inpatient and outpatient medical records to assign accurate ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS codes, as applicable
Ensure coding compliance with official guidelines, payer-specific requirements, and organizational policies
Apply knowledge of APC and DRG assignment and understand the impact on reimbursement
Validate clinical documentation and query providers when clarification is required
Collaborate with Clinical Documentation Improvement, providers, and revenue cycle teams to resolve coding-related issues
Abstract and enter coded data into Epic and other coding systems
Maintain established productivity and accuracy standards
Participate in coding audits, quality initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts
Stay current with coding updates, regulatory changes, and payer policy requirements
Protect patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations
Perform other duties as assigned
Who You Are / Requirements
Education
High School diploma or equivalent required
Associate degree in Health Information Management or a related field preferred
Certifications (one of the following required, depending on specialty)
CPC (AAPC), CCS-P (AHIMA), CCS (AHIMA), or CIC (AAPC)
Additional HIM certifications (RHIT, RHIA) preferred
Experience
Minimum of two (2) years of inpatient and/or outpatient coding experience in a hospital or acute care setting
Experience with ICD-10-CM required
Experience with ICD-10-PCS (inpatient) and CPT/HCPCS (outpatient), as applicable
Familiarity with DRG and/or APC assignment and reimbursement methodologies
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
Proficiency with Epic and coding/encoder software
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently in a remote environment while meeting productivity and accuracy expectations
Ability to adapt to regulatory changes and new technologies
Why You'll Love Us
Southern NH Medical Center is a 5-time Magnet designated hospital
Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Competitive pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
Education & paid training courses for continued career progression
& so much more!
Work Shift:
Full Time 40 hours/week Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm
SolutionHealth is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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