Professional Coder – Billing Charge Verifier

# **Professional Coder - Billing Charge Verifier** _Full-Time | Remote | Hagerstown, MD_ **_*Must Have experience, education, and certification listed below to be considered _** **_**RESIDENTS OF NY, CT & CA ARE EXCLUDED FROM CONSIDERATION _** **_***Orthopedic/Podiatry experience preferred_** Meritus Health is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented **Professional Coder - Billing Charge Verifier** to join our dynamic coding team. If you're passionate about coding accuracy, provider collaboration, and supporting high‑quality patient care, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across multiple clinical settings. ## **About the Role** In this role, you will ensure the accuracy of charges and diagnoses selected by Meritus Health practitioners. You'll review provider documentation and assign appropriate **ICD‑10‑CM** , **CPT** , and **E &M** codes across a variety of encounter types, including: * Provider office visits * Residency Program encounters * Urgent Care * Hospital Observation * Inpatient services * Surgical encounters You will also serve as a **coding resource and liaison** for assigned physician practices, offering guidance, answering coding questions, and providing education to support documentation accuracy and compliance. ## **What You 'll Do** * Verify and validate provider-selected **E &M, CPT, and ICD‑10‑CM** codes * Review clinical documentation to ensure accurate and compliant charge entry * Serve as a **coding liaison** to assigned practices, supporting providers with coding questions and documentation needs * Deliver **provider/practitioner education** as needed * Ensure adherence to **Official Coding Guidelines** , **CPT Assistant** , and organizational standards * Maintain confidentiality and uphold high professional and ethical standards ## **What You Bring** * Certificate of completion from a **Medical Coding & Billing Program** **(*REQUIRED)** * Minimum **2 years of outpatient charge posting experience(*REQUIRED)** * **Certified Professional Coder (CPC)** through AAPC or equivalent accredited coding certification **(*REQUIRED)** * Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with providers and clinical teams * High attention to detail and commitment to coding accuracy and compliance ## **Why Join Meritus Health?** * Be a trusted resource for providers and clinical teams * Work in a supportive, mission‑driven environment * Contribute directly to accurate billing, documentation quality, and patient care * Opportunities for professional development and continued education ## **Ready to Make an Impact?** If you're a certified coding professional who enjoys accuracy, collaboration, and being a go‑to resource for providers, we'd love to connect with you. **Caring for Our Team**** **We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role. **Happy to Help** At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.