Emergency Department Coder

Back Emergency Department Coder University Hospital Newark, NJ Apr 23, 2026 Full Time Healthcare IT Job Description Overview About the Role The primary purpose of the Emergency Department Coder position is to perform medical record review of emergency department records. The coder will identify the appropriate hospital E/M visit charge and assign ICD-10 diagnosis code(s) and CPT procedure code(s) when appropriate to the encounter. Responsibilities What You'll Do Reviews emergency department medical records for accuracy and completeness Determines the correct hospital Evaluation and Management (E/M) level for each visit Assigns appropriate ICD‑10 diagnosis codes based on documented clinical findings Applies CPT procedure codes when applicable to the encounter Ensures coding reflects services provided in accordance with applicable guidelines Qualifications What You'll Bring RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CPC-H, CPC and/or CCA certification preferred Two (2) to three (3) years of medical records and outpatient coding experience required Technical and hospital outpatient coding experience required (physician coding does not qualify) Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and disease processes Knowledge of Coding Clinic guidelines Knowledge of CMS, Medicaid, and third-party payer coding, billing, and compliance regulations preferred Prior experience using an encoder (Clintegrity 360) preferred Experience with Epic electronic medical records is a plus Ability to balance multiple and changing priorities Ability to read, write, and speak English Strong verbal and written communication skills Detail-oriented, accurate, and well organized Ability to work independently Working knowledge of computers and internet navigation Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Outlook, and shared files Availability to work evenings and/or weekends as needed What We Offer Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage Dental & Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance Pension Plan Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional Development Compensation (NJ Job Transparency Law) The expected hourly range for this position is $35.70 - $37.28 per hour, in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. About Us University Hospital is one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation. Apply Today We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we'd love to meet you Apply for this job online Email this job to a friend Accessibility (Screen Readers & Browsers) Support Email me jobs like this About University Hospital We Don't Just Practice Medicine. We Lead It! One of New Jersey's most outstanding hospitals, we are dedicated to patient care, research, and educating the physicians of tomorrow. Located in Newark, the University Hospital is an independent medical center with 519 licensed beds, an active medical staff of more than 525 and more than 3,600+ employees. Company Profile