Position: Certified Medical Coder – Outpatient & ED
Location: Bronx, NY 10461 (Remote after training)
Job Type: Contract
Contract: 8 weeks with strong possibility of extension
Schedule: 7:00 hours/day | 5 days/week
Guaranteed hours per week: 35.00
Pay: Up to 37/hr on W2
Job Summary
Pride Health is seeking an experienced Certified Medical Coder for a contract opportunity in Bronx, NY. This role will focus on outpatient and emergency department coding in an acute care setting, with an initial onsite training period followed by remote work.
Responsibilities
• Perform accurate medical coding for outpatient and emergency department cases
• Apply ICD-10, CPT-4, and coding guidelines in compliance with regulatory standards
• Utilize coding software such as EPIC and 3M/HDS systems
• Review clinical documentation for completeness and accuracy
• Ensure compliance with federal billing and payer guidelines
• Research and resolve coding-related issues
• Maintain productivity and quality standards
• Collaborate with healthcare teams as needed
Requirements
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Active certification (CCS, CCP, RHIA, or RHIT from AHIMA)
• Minimum 3+ years of coding experience (4+ years preferred)
• Strong outpatient and emergency department coding experience
• Proficiency in EPIC and 3M coding systems
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10, CPT coding, and medical terminology
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in acute care hospital settings
• Strong inpatient coding background
• Ability to quickly adapt to new systems and workflows
Pride Health offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k) retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.