Certified Professional Coder (AR & Denials) Phoenix, AZDirect Hire $27 $32/hr MondayFriday, 8AM5PMConfidential Employer Third-Party Recruiter PostingPotential Remote Flexibility for Experienced Candidates About the Role We are seeking an experienced Certified Professional Coder to support Accounts Receivable (AR) and Denials Management for a specialty medical group based in Phoenix, AZ. This is a direct-hire opportunity offering stability, growth, and the potential for remote work for top-tier candidates. The ideal candidate brings strong coding accuracy, experience working denials end-to-end, and comfort working with specialty practices. Neurology experience is a major plus. Familiarity with Athena (Athenahealth) is also preferred. Key Responsibilities Perform accurate coding using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Audit and scrub claims to ensure high clean-claim rates Investigate and resolve payer denials; submit corrected claims and appeals Monitor AR aging reports and identify trends in payer issues Collaborate with providers, billing, and admin teams to prevent repeat denials Maintain compliance with payer guidelines and HIPAA regulations Apply neurology-specific coding knowledge when applicable Use Athena or similar EHR/PM systems for coding and billing workflows What We're Looking For Active CPC or CCS-P certification required 3 years professional coding experience, with strong AR/denials focus Neurology specialty experience strongly preferred Experience with Athena is a plus Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently and meet productivity/accuracy expectations Excellent communication and documentation skills Compensation & Schedule Pay: $27 $32/hr (Direct Hire) Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:00AM-5:00PM Location: Phoenix, AZ (Onsite preferred; remote flexibility may be available for experienced candidates) Why This Opportunity? Stable direct-hire role Opportunity to specialize in a high-demand field (Neurology) Collaborative environment with supportive leadership Ability to influence AR performance and denial reduction Potential remote option (case-by-case) Pay Details: $27.00 to $32.00 per hour Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Military connected talent encouraged to apply Ref:US_EN_27_842405_3119605 #J-18808-Ljbffr