Rural Health Medical Coder

Location: Remote (Must reside in Iowa)

Contract Type: Contract with potential for permanent hire

Hours: 40 hours/week Core hours: 7 AM – 7 PM CST (Flexible start between 6 AM – 8 AM CST)

Systems: EPIC, 3M Communication via Microsoft Teams

Overview:

We're seeking experienced Rural Health Coders to support a high-volume rural clinic in Iowa. This role is 100% remote but candidates must reside in Iowa. Coders will be responsible for reviewing and coding 100% of provider-reviewed charts—no auditing or education responsibilities involved.

Must-Have Requirements:

Must Hold AAPC or AHIMA certification

Must live in Iowa (no exceptions)

Rural Health Clinic Coding experience (strongly required)

Deep understanding of the difference between rural health coding and standard outpatient coding

Experience with E/M, CPT, and Clinical Visit coding across a diverse specialty mix

Proficient in EPIC and 3M coding software

Workload & Expectations:

Facility sees 270–300 patients/day across 21 providers

Each coder is responsible for a full day’s worth