General Coder

Company Description

CMU Health is the clinical arm of Central Michigan University College of Medicine’s academic medical center, working in partnership with Covenant HealthCare and MyMichigan Medical Center Saginaw. Nearly 75 faculty physicians and about 150 resident physicians deliver care across northern and central Michigan, serving diverse communities. With locations throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region, CMU Health focuses on improving access to quality care, especially for medically underserved populations. The organization also provides on-campus health services for CMU students, faculty, and staff. Patients rely on CMU Health for evidence-based, patient-centered care across ambulatory visits, surgical procedures, deliveries, and acute care services.

Role Description

The Medical Coder is a full-time, remote. This position is responsible for reviewing clinical documentation and assigning accurate diagnosis and procedure codes in accordance with established coding guidelines and payer requirements. Day-to-day tasks include verifying medical necessity, ensuring proper sequencing of codes, and supporting billing accuracy to optimize reimbursement and minimize claim denials. The Medical Coder collaborates with providers, clinical staff, to clarify documentation, maintain regulatory compliance, and uphold quality standards. The role also involves staying current with coding updates, participating in audits, correcting denials and contributing to process improvements within the revenue cycle.

Qualifications

• Coding proficiency with demonstrated Coding Experience and Medical Coding skills.
• Knowledge of Health Information Management principles and practices.
• Strong understanding of Medical Terminology and clinical documentation.
• Relevant credential such as RHIT or other recognized coding/health information certification.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to work with confidential health information in compliance with HIPAA.
• Prior experience in an outpatient or inpatient coding environment, preferably in a health system or academic medical center.
• Familiarity with ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems and payer-specific guidelines.
• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management or related field preferred.