Coding Specialist II
Johns Hopkins Medicine · Washington, District of Columbia · Posted Jul 6, 2026
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Requisition #:662550 Location:Johns Hopkins Health System, Baltimore, MD 21201 Category:Coding Schedule:Day Shift Employment Type:Full Time What Awaits You? Career growth and development
Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance Diverse and collaborative working environment
Affordable and comprehensive benefits package Our competitive Benefit Package is designed to support the well-being and financial security of our employees. You can explore the details of our benefits offering by visiting the following link: https://jhhs.mybenefitsjhhs.com/ Summary Under the supervision of the Coding Supervisor, ED, OP Surgery & Observation, the Coding Specialist II analyzes and interprets clinical documentation to accurately code and abstract data for all hospital facility outpatient records (Emergency Department, Ambulatory Surgery, Observation, Interventional Radiology, Clinic/Diagnostic) and/or Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) records for all JHHS entities.
The Coding
Specialist II will review medical record documentation to ensure services are billed with the appropriate diagnosis and procedures, will assign the appropriate ICD-10 diagnosis, CPT, and HCPCS procedure codes as documented for accurate claim submission, as well as assign appropriate modifiers to bill appropriately for all services provided.
The Coding
Specialist II will also be responsible for using revenue management software to identify and resolve coding and claim edits. Utilizing a computerized encoder and multiple databases, abstracts data from clinical documentation in the electronic health record and assigns classification codes in accordance with Federal, State, and organizational guidelines. The CS II is also responsible for reviewing edits in Epic, which includes an understanding of HSCRC guidelines and correct coding, and applying those rules to ensure claims are billed appropriately.
When coding ASC accounts, the CS II also requires working with departments in the hospital and health system to identify missing charges and charges billed in error. Queries physicians as needed, clarifying documentation to ensure accurate code assignment, and supports all uses of coded data. Organizes and prioritizes work to meet deadlines and goals.
Maintains and expands knowledge of coding and sequencing guidelines to ensure compliance and accuracy.
The Coding
Specialist II works as a team member and positively accepts change throughout the Health System while establishing relationships at all facilities as needed. While this is a remote position, employees are required to work in the states where our organization is registered.
Registered Remote Locations: Maryland, Virginia, Washington, DC, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Delaware.
Education High school diploma or GED required. Associate's or higher degree in health information management or a healthcare-related field preferred.
Required
Licensure, Certification, And Ongoing Training Active approved coding credential from AAPC or AHIMA upon hire. For internal JHHS candidates, an active coding credential from AAPC or AHIMA, or must obtain a credential within 9 months of hire. Successful completion of Outpatient Coding Specialist II diagnosis and CPT coding pre-employment assessment upon hire.
Work Experience
Three (3)years coding experience for hospital facility and/or Ambulatory Surgery Centers. For internal JHHS candidates, years of experience requirement is at the discretion of coding leadership.
Salary Range: $24.32/hour - $40.16/hour.
Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health
System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.
Johns Hopkins Health
System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Apply