Medical Coder - Remote
Job Title: Medical Coder Job Type: Contractor Location: Remote Job Overview We are seeking experienced Medical Coders to contribute their healthcare coding expertise to an innovative project focused on improving next-generation AI systems. In this role, you will review and annotate medical records, evaluate coding accuracy, and provide expert feedback to support the development of high-quality medical datasets. No prior AI experience is required—your coding expertise and attention to detail are what matter most.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and annotate medical records to accurately assign ICD-10 and CPT codes based on clinical documentation.
- Apply Evaluation & Management (E&M) guidelines to assess coding levels and validate healthcare datasets.
- Ensure compliance with current medical coding standards and guidelines.
- Analyze clinical documentation and identify coding-related ambiguities or inconsistencies.
- Provide expert feedback on coding guidelines, edge cases, and documentation scenarios.
- Collaborate with project teams through written and verbal communication to improve AI training data quality.
Required Skills
- Medical Coding
- ICD-10
- CPT
- CPC Certification
- Evaluation & Management (E&M)
- Clinical Documentation Review
- Coding Accuracy & Compliance
- Attention to Detail
- Written & Verbal Communication
Preferred Qualifications
- Active AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification required.
- Strong knowledge of ICD-10, CPT coding systems, and E&M leveling guidelines.
- Experience working with diverse clinical documentation types.
- Ability to interpret complex medical records and apply appropriate coding standards.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with digital annotation tools or healthcare data projects is a plus.
- Commitment to accuracy, quality, and continuous learning in healthcare coding and technology