Certified Coder - Hybrid

Certified Coder - Outpatient Neurosurgery

Location: Houston, TX

Pay Rate: Starting at $24.00/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Dean's Professional Services is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Certified Coder to support a leading healthcare organization in Houston, TX. This opportunity is ideal for a skilled coding professional with strong outpatient Neurosurgery and E/M coding experience who understands ICD-10-CM, CPT, modifiers, and coding compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical documentation and diagnostic information to accurately assign ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes and modifiers.

   

• Assign diagnosis, treatment, and procedure codes for outpatient encounters according to official coding guidelines.

   

• Perform accurate outpatient E/M coding, with a focus on Neurosurgery and Neurology services.

   

• Apply appropriate coding principles and reimbursement knowledge to support accurate billing and reporting.

   

• Review medical records to identify and abstract required clinical and coding data.

   

• Ensure coding complies with official coding guidelines, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.

   

• Identify documentation gaps and communicate with providers, leadership, and clinical staff regarding coding and documentation requirements.

   

• Query providers when clarification is needed to support accurate and compliant coding.

   

• Maintain productivity, accuracy, and quality standards.

   

• Stay current with changes to coding guidelines, regulations, reimbursement methodologies, and compliance requirements.

   

• Maintain professional ethical standards in accordance with AHIMA and industry coding guidelines.

   

• Utilize EPIC and other applicable electronic health record and coding systems.

   

• Participate in continuing education and maintain required coding competencies.

   

• Perform other duties as assigned.

   

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required

   

• Associate degree in a medical or health information-related field preferred.

   

• Must hold one of the following certifications:
  • CCS - Certified Coding Specialist

     

  • CPC - Certified Professional Coder

     

  • RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician

     

  • CMC - Certified Medical Coder

     

  • CCA - Certified Coding Associate

     

   

• Minimum 2 years of outpatient Neurosurgery coding experience required

   

• Minimum 2 years of outpatient E/M coding experience required

   

• Ability to accurately code Neurology and Neurosurgery physician services

   

• HCC coding experience preferred

   

• EPIC experience preferred

   

• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, modifiers, and outpatient coding guidelines.

   

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

   

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

   

• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet productivity and quality expectations.

   

Why Join Dean's Professional Services?

• Competitive pay starting at $24.00/hour

   

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

   

• Consistent Monday-Friday daytime schedule

   

• Opportunity to utilize and expand your specialized Neurosurgery and outpatient coding expertise

   

• Professional and collaborative healthcare environment

   

• Career growth opportunities with a nationally recognized healthcare staffing organization

   

Since 1993, Dean's Professional Services has placed over 50,000 professionals nationwide. As a trusted, award-winning staffing firm, we connect top healthcare talent with leading organizations by matching exceptional professionals with rewarding career opportunities.

Apply today at www.deansprofessionalservices.com or call 713-785-7483 for more information.

Healthcare Staffing | Dean's Professional Services | United States

Dean's Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing firm providing temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire solutions across healthcare and professional industries.