Entry Level Medical Coder

The Judge Group is seeking entry-level Medical Coders to join our Fortune 100 client's team on an ongoing contract basis. If you're new to the field and eager to gain hands-on experience, we encourage you to apply.

Job Overview

• Job Title: HCC Coder
• Job Type: Contract (Ongoing)
• Location: Fully Remote
• Hours: 40 hours/weekly (Monday - Friday)
• Rate: $22.00/hourly 

Key Details

• All equipment will be provided.
• Flexible start time after initial 4 weeks of training.
  • Please note training hours will be 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST (Monday - Friday)
• Attendance during training is mandatory.
• Training classes starting each Monday throughout the Summer.

What You'll Do

As a Medical Coder, you will work remotely to accurately assign ICD-10 codes for diagnoses in both outpatient and inpatient records, supporting risk adjustment for Medicare, ACA, and Medicaid. You'll be responsible for ensuring all coding is precise and compliant with established guidelines, based on thorough review of the medical record documentation.

Job Requirements

• Active CPC-A certification (CRC, CPC, CCS, and CCA's are also encouraged to apply)
• High school diploma or GED 
• Private, distraction-free workspace at home
• Must reside in and be eligible to work in the United States
• Ability to connect via Ethernet for optimal performance (Ethernet cable not provided)
• No prior experience required

Responsibilities

• Review medical records and documentation to identify appropriate HCC codes.
• Accurately assign and validate ICD-10-CM codes per CMS guidelines.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure correct documentation.
• Maintain compliance with regulations, policies, and coding best practices.
• Participate in audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Stay updated with industry changes and risk adjustment coding trends.

Other Details

• Weekly pay
• Eligible for benefits (Vision, Dental, Medical, & 401k)
• Paid training