Certified Medical Coding Specialist, Professional Based - BP - Full Time

Come work at the best place to give and receive care!​Job Description:Who We AreSouthern New Hampshire Health has been a cornerstone of the region since 1893, delivering high-quality, compassionate care close to home. Anchored by Southern New Hampshire Medical Center—a 188-bed, DNV-accredited hospital in downtown Nashua with a Level III-N trauma center, Level II Special Care Nursery, and Magnet® designation for nursing excellence—we offer a full spectrum of services from primary care to advanced diagnostics and specialized treatments. Our medical staff includes over 500 providers from Foundation Medical Partners and local practices. Foundation Medical Partners, our multi-specialty group, spans 70+ practices across southern New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts, providing coordinated, patient-centered care to thousands each year.About the JobThe Coding Specialist – Professional Based (PB) is responsible for analyzing professional (physician and advanced practice provider) encounters and related documentation to assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes. This role ensures compliance with current coding guidelines, regulatory requirements, and payer-specific rules while supporting timely and compliant coding to optimize reimbursement and minimize denials. The Coding Specialist PB collaborates closely with providers, clinical staff, and revenue cycle partners and issues queries as needed to ensure documentation supports accurate code assignment.What You’ll DoReview and analyze professional medical records, including office visits, hospital-based professional services, and outpatient encountersAssign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codesApply appropriate CPT modifiers, units, place of service indicators, and payer-specific billing rulesAbstract and enter coded data into Epic and other professional billing and coding systemsEnsure compliance with official coding guidelines, regulatory requirements, payer policies, and organizational standardsMaintain a minimum coding accuracy rate of 95% and meet established productivity benchmarksReview, investigate, and resolve claim edits and coding-related errorsValidate provider documentation and query providers for clarification or additional detail when neededServe as a subject matter expert for professional coding, including E/M services, procedure coding, and modifier usageCollaborate with providers, clinical staff, educators, and revenue cycle teams to resolve coding and documentation issuesMonitor and communicate coding and documentation trends impacting professional billing and complianceStay current on coding updates, regulatory changes, and professional billing requirementsParticipate in audits, education, training, and continuous improvement initiativesPerform other duties as assignedWho You Are / RequirementsEducationHigh School diploma or equivalent requiredAssociate degree in Health Information Management or a closely related field preferredCertification (Required at Time of Hire)Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), orCertified Professional Coder (CPC), orCertified Coding Specialist – Physician-Based (CCS-P)Additional HIM certifications (RHIT, RHIA) preferredExperienceMinimum of two (2) years of professional coding experience in a multispecialty physician settingExperience with ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systemsKnowledge & SkillsKnowledge of professional coding guidelines and compliant coding practicesKnowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and regulatory compliance (CMS, HIPAA)Proficiency with Epic and coding/encoder software preferredStrong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skillsWhy You’ll Love UsSouthern NH Medical Center is a 5-time Magnet designated hospitalHealth, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employeesMedical, dental, and vision coverageLife insuranceShort- and long-term disabilityFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Competitive payTuition ReimbursementNursing Student Loan Paydown Program403(b) Retirement Savings PlanEducation & Paid training courses for continued career progression& So much more!Work Shift:Full Time | 40 hours/week | Monday thru Friday | RemoteSolutionHealth is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Originally posted on Himalayas