Professional Fee Coder The Professional Fee (ProFee) Coder is responsible for reviewing provider documentation and assigning accurate CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes for physician services. This role supports compliant coding, accurate charge capture, and overall revenue integrity across a variety of specialties and client environments. Coders may support single-specialty or multi-specialty engagements depending on client needs and experience. Core Responsibilities (Sage Standards)
Review provider documentation to assign accurate CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes Ensure documentation supports coded services and identify discrepancies Apply appropriate modifiers, NCCI edits, and payer-specific coding rules Ensure compliance with CMS, AMA, and payer guidelines Maintain 95% coding accuracy and meet established productivity standards Identify documentation gaps and escalate for clarification when needed Participate in quality reviews, audits, and ongoing coding education
Minimum Qualifications (Sage Requirements)
Credential: CPC, CCS-P, RHIA, or RHIT (active and in good standing) Experience: Minimum 2–3+ years professional fee coding experience Experience in hospital-based or physician practice environments preferred Strong knowledge of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, modifiers, and NCCI edits Familiarity with payer policies and coding guidelines Ability to work independently in a remote environment High attention to detail with consistent quality performance
Work Model
100% remote Independent, production-focused environment with defined quality expectations Collaboration with coding, audit, and client teams
Employment Tracks Full-Time (FT): Standard weekday coverage aligned to client volumes PRN / Part-Time: Flexible scheduling to support backlog, specialty needs, or project-based work Specialty Alignment (Core to Role Placement) Coders are aligned to engagements based on demonstrated specialty experience. One or more specialties may be required. Surgical Specialties (Highest Complexity)
Cardiothoracic Surgery Vascular Surgery General Surgery Orthopedic Surgery Neurosurgery Surgical Oncology Plastics / Reconstructive Colorectal, Urology, ENT
Medical & E/M-Based Specialties
Internal Medicine / Family Medicine Cardiology (E&M and/or procedural) Gastroenterology Pulmonary, Nephrology, Endocrinology Infectious Disease, Rheumatology Neurology, Psychiatry
Diagnostic & Ancillary Specialties
Radiology Pathology Anesthesiology Radiation Oncology
General Client Expectations
Ability to code independently within assigned specialty or specialties Consistent delivery of 95% coding quality and aligned productivity standards Adaptability to varying client workflows, systems, and documentation practices Effective communication with internal teams and client stakeholders
Why Sage Clinical RCM
Exposure to diverse specialties and complex health system environments Flexible work options (FT, PT, and PRN) Quality-driven culture with realistic expectations Opportunity to expand into QA, audit, education, and advisory services