Cognizant
Emergency Room Medical Coder - Level 1 Trauma Center (Remote)
Cognizant, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job Title: Emergency Room Medical Coder - Level 1 Trauma Center (Remote)
Company:
Cognizant Technology Solutions Location:
Remote (Flexible Hours, Monday–Friday) About the Role Cognizant Technology Solutions is seeking an experienced
ICD-10 Coding Consultant – Outpatient
to join our team and support one or more of our healthcare clients. This is a
remote position
offering flexible hours during weekdays. Key Responsibilities Review clinical documentation and accurately assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis and CPT/HCPCS procedure codes for:
Emergency Department encounters
(including facility E/M coding)
Outpatient surgery, observation, and diagnostic services
Ensure compliance with
federal, state, and payer regulations
and internal policies
Communicate with physicians to clarify documentation through compliant query processes
Utilize an electronic encoder application for coding assignments
Perform peer reviews of coding work to maintain quality standards
Complete reports and maintain coding accuracy of
98% or higher
Meet productivity standards:
ED (with facility E/M):
64–92 encounters/day
ED (without facility E/M):
96–120 encounters/day
Ancillary Testing:
160–240 encounters/day
Ambulatory/Outpatient/Interventional:
32–48 encounters/day
Inpatient:
24 encounters/day
Required Qualifications Current coding credential
: CPC or COC (AAPC) in good standing.
PowerChart
, developed by Cerner (now part of Oracle Health), is a comprehensive
Electronic Health Record (EHR)
Minimum 2 years of facility-based outpatient coding experience
Emergency Room coding experience in a Level 1 Trauma Center
Strong knowledge of:
Facility Evaluation & Management (E/M) coding
Injection and infusion coding in a hospital setting
Familiarity with
federal, state, and payer regulations
Ability to interpret medical records and apply coding guidelines accurately
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Must pass a coding assessment with a score of 80% or higher
Preferred Skills Experience with encoder applications (e.g., 3M, Optum)
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Adaptability to changing processes and client requirements
Salary and Other Compensation
: The hourly rate for this position is between
$30.00 – 33.00
per hour, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Applications will be accepted until October 10 th . This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. Benefits
: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
401(k) plan and contributions
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Cognizant Technology Solutions Location:
Remote (Flexible Hours, Monday–Friday) About the Role Cognizant Technology Solutions is seeking an experienced
ICD-10 Coding Consultant – Outpatient
to join our team and support one or more of our healthcare clients. This is a
remote position
offering flexible hours during weekdays. Key Responsibilities Review clinical documentation and accurately assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis and CPT/HCPCS procedure codes for:
Emergency Department encounters
(including facility E/M coding)
Outpatient surgery, observation, and diagnostic services
Ensure compliance with
federal, state, and payer regulations
and internal policies
Communicate with physicians to clarify documentation through compliant query processes
Utilize an electronic encoder application for coding assignments
Perform peer reviews of coding work to maintain quality standards
Complete reports and maintain coding accuracy of
98% or higher
Meet productivity standards:
ED (with facility E/M):
64–92 encounters/day
ED (without facility E/M):
96–120 encounters/day
Ancillary Testing:
160–240 encounters/day
Ambulatory/Outpatient/Interventional:
32–48 encounters/day
Inpatient:
24 encounters/day
Required Qualifications Current coding credential
: CPC or COC (AAPC) in good standing.
PowerChart
, developed by Cerner (now part of Oracle Health), is a comprehensive
Electronic Health Record (EHR)
Minimum 2 years of facility-based outpatient coding experience
Emergency Room coding experience in a Level 1 Trauma Center
Strong knowledge of:
Facility Evaluation & Management (E/M) coding
Injection and infusion coding in a hospital setting
Familiarity with
federal, state, and payer regulations
Ability to interpret medical records and apply coding guidelines accurately
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Must pass a coding assessment with a score of 80% or higher
Preferred Skills Experience with encoder applications (e.g., 3M, Optum)
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Adaptability to changing processes and client requirements
Salary and Other Compensation
: The hourly rate for this position is between
$30.00 – 33.00
per hour, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Applications will be accepted until October 10 th . This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. Benefits
: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
401(k) plan and contributions
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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