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U2803

Coding Specialist III - Inpatient

Dallas, TX · Remote

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care ... Experience working in a remote environment required for PRN Coders. An equivalent combination of ...

MD Anderson

Coding Training Coordinator

Houston, TX · Remote

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Remote Must be able to attend meetings onsite as needed Why Us. Working in this role at UT MD ... Associate's Degree Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or related healthcare ...

MD Anderson

Coding Training Coordinator

Houston, TX · Remote

$77K/mo

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Remote Must be able to attend meetings onsite as needed Why Us? Working in this role at UT MD ... Associate's Degree Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or related healthcare ...

MD Anderson

Coding Training Coordinator

Houston, TX · Remote

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Remote Must be able to attend meetings onsite as needed Why Us? Working in this role at UT MD ... Associate's Degree Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or related healthcare ...

University Health

Coding Educator/Auditor

San Antonio, TX · Remote

$23.50 - $26.75/hr

... care, innovation, education and discovery. We are currently looking for a talented health ... Provides onsite and remote quality assurance reviews/audits with appropriate compliance with ...

University Health

Coding Educator/Auditor

San Antonio, TX · Remote

$25.10 - $40.25/hr

... care, innovation, education and discovery. We are currently looking for a talented health ... Provides onsite and remote quality assurance reviews/audits with appropriate compliance with ...

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What is remote home care coding?

Remote home care coding involves reviewing and assigning standardized medical codes to patient diagnoses, procedures, and services provided in home health care settings, all while working from a remote location. Coders use classification systems such as ICD-10-CM and CPT to ensure accurate billing and compliance with regulations. This role requires a strong understanding of medical terminology, coding guidelines, and privacy laws. Remote home care coders typically collaborate electronically with healthcare providers, ensuring timely and precise claims for reimbursement. Many employers require certification such as CCS, CPC, or a specialty in home health coding.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in remote home care coding, and how can they be addressed?

Remote home care coders often face challenges such as staying updated with frequent regulatory changes, managing secure access to patient records, and maintaining effective communication with clinical staff. To address these, it's helpful to participate in regular training sessions, use HIPAA-compliant technology, and establish clear communication channels with care teams. Staying organized and proactive in seeking clarification on documentation also helps ensure accurate coding and compliance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote home care coder, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Home Care Coder, you need a solid understanding of medical coding standards (such as ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS), home health regulations, and typically a certification like CPC or CCS. Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems, coding software, and secure remote work platforms is essential. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication are critical soft skills for success in this role. These skills ensure the accurate capture of clinical data, proper reimbursement, and compliance with healthcare regulations in a remote setting.

What is the difference between Remote Home Care Coding vs Remote Medical Billing?

AspectRemote Home Care CodingRemote Medical Billing
CertificationsCPMA, CPC, CCS-PCPMA, CPC, CCS-P
Work EnvironmentHome-based, healthcare facilities, insurance companiesHome-based, healthcare providers, insurance companies
Industry UsageHome health agencies, hospice, outpatient clinicsHospitals, clinics, physician offices

Both Remote Home Care Coding and Remote Medical Billing require similar certifications and often share work environments within healthcare and insurance sectors. However, coding focuses on translating medical records into codes for billing, while billing involves submitting claims and managing payments. Understanding these differences helps professionals choose the right career path in healthcare administration.

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Infographic showing various Remote Home Care Coding job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Outpatient Coding Specialist I - (PRN) Remote

Citizens Medical Center

Victoria, TX • On-site, Remote

Per diem

Re-posted 21 days ago

Citizens Medical Center (Texas) rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

927th of 1,060 rated hospitals

Job description

Description
JOB SUMMARY
Provide the outpatient coding skills necessary for the coding of all diagnoses and procedures after a thorough review of medical record for optimal reimbursement.
Job Specific:
  1. Responsible for coding and abstracting outpatient accounts, not to exceed a bill hold status of three (3) days post the date of service/discharge.(EF)
  2. Maintains productivity standards for assigned work type with a minimum of 95% accuracy(EF)
    1. Observation = 5/hours
    2. Emergency Department = 15/hour
    3. Outpatient Testing = 30/hour
    4. Ambulatory Surgery = 5/hour
    5. Inpatient = 2/hour
  3. Assigns ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT codes with accuracy, ensuring that all assigned codes have adequate physician documentation.(EF)
  4. Understands computer systems and possesses the ability to reconcile various accounts, charges, including correcting discharge dates, and requesting billing to link accounts, as necessary.(EF)
  5. Works independently in coding as a remote employee. Troubleshoots and assists analysis of system issues independently with IT assistance.
  6. At the start of each day, review your virtual and coding worklists in Optum to prioritize work.
  7. Reviews medical record for medical diagnosis/procedures ensuring assignment of all diagnosis treated and procedures performed.(EF)
  8. Analyzes charges for edits and pends account for charge review and/or modifier correction to ensure an accurate claim at the time of billing.
  9. Utilizes Optum computer-assisted coding and encoder to assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes, CPT codes, and modifiers and validates the E&M level based on the medical record documentation.(EF)
  10. Approves the code assignment by sending account to billing.(EF)
  11. Completes physician and/or provider query for documentation clarification/missing documentation when appropriate.

Hospital:
  1. Adheres to organization-wide and other applicable policies and procedures.
  2. Day-to-day performance complies with the hospital's Service Excellence Behavioral Expectations.
  3. Performs within the prescribed limits of the hospital's Ethics, Compliance and Confidentiality Program guidelines.
  4. Performs within professional Scope of Practice at all times.

Other Duties As Assigned:
  • Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Minimum Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Required: Successful completion of an approved coding program
Preferred: Associate's degree in health-related field OR possess preferred licensure/certification listed below along with high school diploma.
EXPERIENCE
Preferred: Six (6) months coding experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
Special Skills and Abilities
Required: Entry level ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding knowledge.
Preferred: Advanced Outpatient ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding knowledge and scoring a minimum of 80% on pre-employment coding test.
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Required: Certificate of completion of approved coding program
Preferred: AHIMA Certified Coding Associate (CCA) or AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
COMPANY PROFILE
Citizens Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community hospital known for compassionate patient care, clinical expertise, and bringing advanced medical services to the South Texas region since 1956. Today, Citizens is a 317-bed acute care hospital with over 1,200 employees. Voted "Best of the Best" hospital in Victoria for 13 consecutive years, Citizens Medical Center is a level III Trauma Center, with a newly renovated 24/7 Emergency Department that includes an onsite medical helicopter. Citizens has a comprehensive Community Cancer Program that includes two linear accelerators and HDR brachytherapy. Citizens is recognized for its outstanding cardiology program which includes a nationally accredited Chest Pain Center and is a Primary Stroke Center. Citizens also includes a comprehensive, accredited Bariatric Surgery program, Birth Center with labor and delivery, an imaging and surgery center, sleep study center, state-of-the-art rehabilitation and fitness center, urology center and daVinci robotics minimally invasive surgery options, a home health agency, and has a long history of providing continuing education for healthcare providers and the community.
Citizens Medical Center is looking for employees who actively demonstrate service excellence by exemplifying our iCare values. If you are someone who displays respect and enthusiasm for patients, visitors, and coworkers while consistently upholding the hospital's commitment to providing outstanding outcomes, service excellence, and fiscal responsibility, then you could be a good fit for the CMC team!
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