The work
You will review outpatient medical records and related documentation so AI systems can learn from accurate coding decisions and clear feedback.
- Review records from physician offices, clinics, ambulatory surgery centers, and hospital outpatient departments.
- Assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II codes based on clinical documentation.
- Apply outpatient Evaluation and Management leveling using medical decision-making or total-time guidelines.
- Apply coding conventions for modifiers, medical necessity, and linking diagnoses to procedures.
- Resolve unclear points in office visit notes, procedure notes, operative reports, and other clinical documentation.
- Give clear feedback on coding guidelines and difficult cases to improve project workflows and model understanding.
What it pays and takes
This is a remote, part-time contractor role with a flexible expected schedule. The role is open to candidates in the United States.
- Pay: $20 to $32 per hour.
- Location: Remote; open to candidates in the United States.
- Certification: Active AAPC Certified Professional Coder certification required.
- Knowledge: Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS Level II, and outpatient Evaluation and Management leveling guidelines.
- Experience: Hands-on outpatient coding experience in primary care, specialty clinics, ambulatory surgery centers, or outpatient hospital departments.
- Skills: Experience with varied clinical documentation, clear written and verbal communication, and strong attention to detail.
- Resources: Access to current official coding references required.
- Language: Fluent in English.