Maryland Licensed Coding Specialist

Job Summary

To support accurate and compliant claim submission, the full-time remote Maryland Licensed Coding Specialist will review and code medical record documentation for lower complexity hospital outpatient services, primarily focusing on Clinic and Emergency Department accounts.

Key responsibilities

• Review medical records to assign accurate ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and CPT/HCPCS procedure codes
• Ensure compliance with coding guidelines, regulations, and hospital policies while resolving routine coding edits and claim issues
• Collaborate with providers and departments to clarify documentation and address missing or incorrect charges

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in health information management, medical coding, or a related field
• Active approved coding credential from AAPC or AHIMA upon hire
• Successful completion of Outpatient Coding Specialist I diagnosis and CPT coding pre-employment assessment upon hire
• Preferred coding experience
• Knowledge of coding standards, payer requirements, and regulatory changes