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Coding Specialist – OB/GYN

AAPC is the world's largest training and credentialing organization for the business of healthcare, providing education, certification, and software solutions to professionals and organizations.

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We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented OB/GYN Coding Specialist to join our remote coding team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience coding for Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Women’s Health, including primary care services, psychiatric and nurse practitioner visits, surgical procedures, and global maternity packages. This position requires a coder who is resourceful, organized, and driven to maintain high accuracy and compliance standards.

Qualifications:
  • Minimum 5 years of physician-based coding experience, with a strong background in OB/GYN and related women’s health services
  • Proficiency in coding E/M (Evaluation & Management) services for primary care, psychiatry, and nurse practitioner visits
  • Demonstrated experience coding OB global packages, deliveries, gynecologic surgeries, and related procedures
  • Comprehensive understanding of OB/GYN terminology, anatomy, and physiology
  • Knowledge of payer-specific billing guidelines and global obstetric package rules
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities efficiently
  • Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, multiple EHRs, and internet research)
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced remote environment
  • Athena experience preferred
Key Responsibilities:
  • Accurately assign CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS codes for OB/GYN services including:
    • Obstetric care: prenatal, antepartum, delivery, postpartum, and global packages
    • Gynecologic surgeries: hysterectomy, laparoscopy, endometrial ablation, etc.
    • Primary care and preventive visits: well-woman exams, screenings, immunizations
    • Psychiatry and behavioral health visits related to perinatal and women’s mental health
    • Nurse practitioner and physician E/M encounters
  • Validate documentation for compliance with CPT, ICD-10-CM, and payer guidelines
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of coding changes and payer regulations
  • Meet and maintain department productivity and quality standards
  • Protect the confidentiality and security of all protected health information (PHI) in compliance with HIPAA
  • Collaborate with providers and billing staff to resolve documentation and coding discrepancies
Certification Requirements:
  • CPC or CCS-P required
  • COBGC (Certified Obstetrics and Gynecology Coder) strongly preferred
  • CPMA, CEMC, or CGIC certifications are a plus
Ideal Candidate Attributes:
  • Deep understanding of women’s health coding, including preventive, surgical, and global maternity services
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Self-motivated, reliable, and committed to accuracy and compliance
About AAPC:

AAPC (www.aapc.com) is the world’s largest and fastest-growing training, certification, and solutions association in healthcare.

AAPC Values:

DRIVEN | Self-starts and stays highly motivated to achieve ambitious goals. Shares contagious energy and enthusiasm liberally. Takes initiative without always being directed. Demonstrates confidence in decision-making and effectively balances autonomy and authority with accountability.

HUMBLE | Learns, adapts, and improves relentlessly. Seeks feedback without insecurity and implements coaching. Recognizes others' contributions gratefully. Approaches work and relationships with an abundance mentality. Places the needs of others above self.

TRANSPARENT| Integrity-centered, honest, truthful, and trustworthy in all aspects of work. Keeps commitments to external and internal parties. Holds self strictly accountable, valuing the trust placed in them by others.

SUPPORTIVE | Empowers and uplifts others. Listens actively and responds with empathy and understanding. Prioritizes well-being and growth of team members and customers ahead of own interest. Faces challenges together, believing in collective strength and unity.

INNOVATIVE | Entrepreneurial spirit with a scrappy mentality. Dreams big, sees opportunity, pursues full potential, and finds ways to accomplish the impossible. Rolls up sleeves and does real work. Works quickly, intelligently, and flexibly.
What we Offer
  • Compensation commensurate with experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Generous PTO and Holiday Pay
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Remote/virtual-office consideration

AAPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above-listed items.

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At AAPC, we are at the forefront of revolutionizing the business of healthcare through pioneering educational and credentialing solutions. Since our inception in 1988 as the American Academy of Professional Coders, our mission has been to elevate the standards of the healthcare revenue cycle. We began by providing critical education and certification for medical coders in physician-based settings, establishing a new benchmark for professionalism and accuracy in a paper-dominated industry. As the healthcare landscape has been reshaped by digital transformation and complex regulations, we have consistently innovated to meet the evolving demands. Our evolution from a focus solely on coding to embracing the entire spectrum of healthcare administration—including billing, auditing, compliance, and practice management—demonstrates our commitment to comprehensive, forward-thinking solutions.

Through groundbreaking technology and a dedication to continuous advancement, we empower our global network of over 275,000 members to navigate the complexities of modern healthcare with confidence and expertise. We have developed a sophisticated suite of tools and platforms, such as our AI-powered auditing software and the Codify platform, to streamline workflows, enhance accuracy, and optimize revenue cycle management for healthcare organizations worldwide. Our acquisition of Semantic Health underscores our investment in artificial intelligence to drive efficiency and precision in medical auditing. By offering a diverse range of certifications, from the foundational Certified Professional Coder (CPC®) to specialized credentials in risk adjustment and compliance, we are not just reacting to industry changes; we are proactively shaping the future of healthcare business operations, ensuring our members and partners are always equipped with the most advanced knowledge and cutting-edge tools to lead and succeed.

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