Remote Medical Coder GI/SDS - Work From Home Asia — Columbus
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Work-from-Home Flexibility: This role is explicitly 100% remote, making it accessible to digital nomads based anywhere in Asia — provided you have a reliable internet connection and a backup connection (a stated requirement). The consultancy-based contract (minimum 6 months) also suits nomads who prefer project-based engagements over permanent employment.
Timezone Considerations: The employer is headquartered in Manila (PHT, UTC+8). No specific work hours are listed, but coordination with Billing, AR, and Authorization teams implies some overlap with Philippine business hours. Nomads in Southeast Asia (Bali, Chiang Mai, Ho Chi Minh City) or East Asia would align naturally. Those in South Asia (UTC+5:30) may manage with a slight schedule adjustment.
Salary in Nomad Context: PHP 70,000–100,000/month equals roughly USD 1,200–1,750/month at current rates. Consider these comparisons:
- Chiang Mai, Thailand: Comfortable living runs ~USD 800–1,200/month — this salary covers it well.
- Bali, Indonesia: Budget ~USD 1,000–1,500/month; achievable on the higher end of this range.
- Medellín, Colombia: Outside the allowed Asia region, so less relevant, but ~USD 1,000–1,400/month.
Perks for Nomads: The company provides a computer, removing the need to travel with specialized equipment. CPC license renewal is company-paid, reducing professional overhead costs while on the road.
Headquarters: Manila, National Capital District, Philippines
URL: https://www.facebook.com/VectorOutsourcingSolutionsPhil
Salary: PHP 70,000 – PHP 100,000 / month
Job Description:
- Apply accurate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes based on documentation and services rendered
- Ensure proper code sequencing, modifiers, and compliance with payer and regulatory guidelines
- Review and correct coding-related errors, denials, or rejected claims
- Complete appropriate documentation or system entry regarding claims
- Abstract additional data elements during the Chart Review process when coding
- Review patient medical records and clinical documentation
- Identify incomplete or missing documentation and coordinate provider queries
- Stay updated with coding rules, payer policies, and healthcare regulations
- Support clean claim submission and billing accuracy
- Coordinate with Billing, AR, and Authorization teams
- Maintain productivity and accuracy standards
- Support audit and compliance activities
- Participate in internal and client quality audits/reviews
- Train, coach, and provide guidance to billers to ensure accurate coding and billing processes
- Remain current on medical coding and billing guidelines and auditing protocols
- Follow team and/or client's proper procedures, policies, and methodologies as instructed
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to work with and maintain confidential information
- Graduate of medical allied courses (Nurse, Physical Therapist, Medical Technologist) — preferred but not required
- Consultancy basis: minimum 6-month contract (subject for renewal)
- 1–3 years of experience in Medical Coding
- Preferably with Gastroenterology (GI) or Same-Day Surgery (SDS) exposure
- Active coding license required (e.g., CPC)
- Demonstrate flexibility in handling different specialties and client assignments
- Understanding of ICD-9 or ICD-10 coding
- Team player with ability and willingness to coach and train billers on coding-specific requirements
- Able to provide and share coding knowledge with team members as needed
- Data entry skills (minimum 50–60 accurate keystrokes per minute)
- Strong accuracy, attention to detail, and time management skills
- Can work from home with reliable internet and backup connection
Benefits & Perks:
- Company-paid annual CPC renewal
- Equipment/company computer provided
- 100% Work from Home
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