Medical Coder

Summary

Join WRS Health, a leader in cloud-based EMR and practice management solutions, as a Certified Medical Coder! This role requires reviewing clinical documentation, accurately assigning ICD-10-CM and CPT codes, and ensuring clean claim submissions. You will collaborate with billing staff, identify coding trends, and stay updated on coding guidelines. The ideal candidate possesses strong coding expertise, analytical skills, and a commitment to compliance. This remote position offers flexible hours within standard US business hours. Apply today!

Requirements

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from AAPC (active status required)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in medical coding for U.S.-based providers
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding systems
• Solid understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
• Familiarity with U.S. payer guidelines, NCCI edits, and CMS rules
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems such as WRSHealth, eClinicalWorks, Athenahealth, Kareo, DrChrono, etc
• High attention to detail and strong coding accuracy
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Comfortable working graveyard shift (U.S. hours)
• Stable internet connection
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

Responsibilities

• Review and audit provider documentation (chart notes) for coding accuracy and completeness
• Assign or suggest appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT codes in compliance with CMS and payer guidelines
• Communicate with providers for clarification when documentation is unclear or insufficient
• Identify documentation gaps, coding trends, and opportunities for provider education or process improvements
• Collaborate with billing staff and team leads to resolve coding-related issues
• Stay current with coding updates, payer policy changes, and specialty-specific coding rules
• Ensure all charts meet compliance standards and support appropriate reimbursement
• Contribute to denial prevention by supporting clean claim submission through thorough documentation review
• Maintain strict HIPAA compliance and confidentiality in all activities

Preferred Qualifications

• Coding experience in specialty areas such as Behavioral Health/Psychiatry, ENT, or Internal Medicine
• Exposure to denial handling and billing workflows
• Additional certifications such as CPMA or CRC
• Background in RCM or BPO coding environments

Benefits

• Remote work
• Flexible hours