Certified Coder - Hybrid

Certified Coder – Outpatient Neurosurgery

Location: Memorial City, TX | Hybrid Role

Pay Rate: Starting at $24.00/hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Dean’s Professional Services is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Certified Coder to support a leading healthcare organization in Memorial City, TX. This hybrid opportunity is ideal for a skilled coding professional with strong outpatient Neurosurgery and E/M coding experience who understands ICD-10-CM, CPT, modifiers, and coding compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical documentation and diagnostic information to accurately assign ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes and modifiers.
• Assign diagnosis, treatment, and procedure codes for outpatient encounters according to official coding guidelines.
• Perform accurate outpatient E/M coding, with a focus on Neurosurgery and Neurology services.
• Apply appropriate coding principles and reimbursement knowledge to support accurate billing and reporting.
• Review medical records to identify and abstract required clinical and coding data.
• Ensure coding complies with official coding guidelines, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.
• Identify documentation gaps and communicate with providers, leadership, and clinical staff regarding coding and documentation requirements.
• Query providers when clarification is needed to support accurate and compliant coding.
• Maintain productivity, accuracy, and quality standards.
• Stay current with changes to coding guidelines, regulations, reimbursement methodologies, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain professional ethical standards in accordance with AHIMA and industry coding guidelines.
• Utilize EPIC and other applicable electronic health record and coding systems.
• Participate in continuing education and maintain required coding competencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate degree in a medical or health information-related field preferred.
• Must hold one of the following certifications:
• CCS – Certified Coding Specialist
• CPC – Certified Professional Coder
• RHIT – Registered Health Information Technician
• CMC – Certified Medical Coder
• CCA – Certified Coding Associate
• Minimum 2 years of outpatient Neurosurgery coding experience required
• Minimum 2 years of outpatient E/M coding experience required
• Ability to accurately code Neurology and Neurosurgery physician services
• HCC coding experience preferred
• EPIC experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, modifiers, and outpatient coding guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet productivity and quality expectations.

Why Join Dean’s Professional Services?

• Competitive pay starting at $24.00/hour
• Hybrid work environment
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Consistent Monday–Friday daytime schedule
• Opportunity to utilize and expand your specialized Neurosurgery and outpatient coding expertise
• Professional and collaborative healthcare environment
• Career growth opportunities with a nationally recognized healthcare staffing organization

Since 1993, Dean’s Professional Services has placed over 50,000 professionals nationwide. As a trusted, award-winning staffing firm, we connect top healthcare talent with leading organizations by matching exceptional professionals with rewarding career opportunities.

Apply today at www.deansprofessionalservices.com or call 713-785-7483 for more information.

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Dean’s Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing firm providing temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire solutions across healthcare and professional industries.