Certified Medical Coder - CMC 25-30172

Job Title : Certified Medical Coder

Location : The Woodlands, TX 77380

Duration : 2+ Months Contract

Job Summary

The Certified Medical Coder is responsible for reviewing clinical documentation and diagnostic results to extract data and apply accurate ICD-10-CM / CPT-4 codes and modifiers for billing, reporting, research, and regulatory compliance. This role ensures coding accuracy according to official coding guidelines and supports high-quality documentation standards. Reports to the Coding Manager.

Education

High School Diploma or GED – required

Associate Degree in a medical field – preferred

Licenses / Certifications (one required)

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Certified Medical Coder (CMC)

Certified Coding Associate (CCA)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

2 years of outpatient E / M coding experience required ; outpatient neurosurgery coding preferred.

6 months of HCC coding experience preferred .

Ability to code neurology for physicians.

EPIC EMR experience preferred.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and coding compliance guidelines.

Principal Accountabilities

Assign accurate ICD-10-CM diagnoses, CPT codes, and modifiers for outpatient services.

Apply technical coding principles and reimbursement expertise to ensure proper billing.

Review provider documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.

Query providers for clarification and support accurate clinical documentation.

Ensure adherence to official coding guidelines, compliance policies, and AHIMA’s Standards of Ethical Coding.

Collaborate with providers, leadership, and clinical staff to resolve coding-related issues.

Maintain productivity, quality benchmarks, and compliance with organizational standards.

Support professional growth through continuing education, mentoring, and serving as a resource for staff.

Demonstrate a commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered service.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

For more details reach at vgill@navitassols.com   or Call / Text at 516-862-1203 .

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC : It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.