Remote ED Coder - Emergency Department Medical Coder | Texas-Based Opportunity
Join a high-performing emergency department coding team connected to Houston, Texas, one of the nation's most recognized medical hubs. Work from home while contributing to an advanced healthcare environment through accurate, compliant emergency department coding.
ED Coder Job Details
Work Arrangement: Fully remote medical coding position
Location Eligibility: Candidates must reside in Texas, Georgia, Louisiana, Oklahoma, or Tennessee. Candidates residing in South Carolina or North Carolina may be considered pending approval.
Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,122-$1,247
Schedule: 8-hour day shifts, 5 shifts per week
Hours: 40 hours per week
Start Date: October 19, 2026
Initial Duration: 26 weeks, with potential for an ongoing contract or transition to a permanent position
Productivity Expectation: Approximately 8-9 emergency department charts per hour
Emergency Department Coder Requirements
At least 1 year of professional medical coding experience, preferably in an emergency department setting
Previous experience coding in a Level I trauma and teaching hospital environment
Proficiency with EPIC and 3M coding systems
Demonstrated expertise in coding injections, infusions, procedures, and diagnoses
Strong understanding of emergency department coding guidelines and documentation requirements
Ability to consistently meet productivity and accuracy expectations in a remote coding environment
Excellent attention to detail, organization, and independent time-management skills
Successful completion of a role-specific coding assessment may be required
ED Coder Responsibilities
Review and accurately code emergency department medical records
Assign appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes based on clinical documentation
Code injections, infusions, and other emergency department procedures
Apply current coding guidelines and regulatory requirements to Level I trauma cases
Identify incomplete, inconsistent, or unclear documentation and follow appropriate clarification processes
Maintain a high level of coding accuracy while processing approximately 8-9 charts per hour
Protect patient confidentiality and maintain compliance with applicable privacy standards
Collaborate effectively with coding and clinical teams while working independently from a remote setting
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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