Careers With Purpose
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the U.S., with nearly 50,000 team members dedicated to health and healing. We are committed to providing opportunities for growth and advancement in a mission-driven environment.
Position Details
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Facility: Remote NE (Mountain Time)
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Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week
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Compensation: $19.00 – $30.50/hour
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Flexibility: Choose from five 8-hour shifts, four 9-hour shifts + one 4-hour shift, or four 10-hour shifts. Optional overtime frequently available.
About the Role
As an Outpatient Medical Coder, you will assign ICD and CPT codes to diagnoses and procedures for outpatient medical records. Your work ensures accurate reimbursement, supports research, and maintains compliance with federal and state regulations. This role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of medical terminology, and adherence to HIPAA privacy standards.
You’ll work remotely from home, with opportunities to expand your skills across multiple specialties.
Key Responsibilities
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Assign accurate ICD and CPT codes for outpatient records.
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Ensure coding meets reimbursement, compliance, and research standards.
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Review documentation for completeness and accuracy.
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Apply critical thinking to support payment groupings and medical necessity.
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Work extensively with electronic medical records and encoders.
Qualifications
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Education:
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Associate’s degree in Health Information Technology required.
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Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management (HIM) preferred.
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Certification: RHIA, RHIT, CPC, CCS, or COC (must be maintained through continuing education).
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New graduates must sit for certification exams at the earliest available date.
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Employees failing exams twice will be evaluated by the Department Director; failure on the third attempt results in termination.
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Knowledge & Skills:
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Strong grasp of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, operative terms, and pharmacology.
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Familiarity with medical record components and coding software.
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High ethical standards, logical reasoning, and attention to detail.
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Benefits
Sanford Health offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, including:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Life insurance
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401(k) retirement plan
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Generous paid time off
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Work/life balance programs
Learn more at Sanford Careers – Benefits.
Additional Information
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EEO Statement: Sanford Health is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
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Pre-employment: Drug screen and background check required.
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Req Number: R-0232404
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Job Function: Revenue Cycle
For accommodation requests during the application process, call 1-877-673-0854 or email talent@sanfordhealth.org.