Certified Medical Coder

About the company 

Steadfast Health was founded to establish a new standard of substance use disorder (SUD) care. Recognizing that traditional treatment methods often fall short of reaching patients when they’re most in need, Steadfast is relentlessly focused on making low-barrier, high quality care accessible to all. We know that the journey to recovery is unique for every individual, and our patient-centered approach ensures we meet patients where they are, providing evidence-based therapies with unwavering support in a compassionate environment that fosters healing and growth. We are growing rapidly and building a dedicated team of professionals who are committed to fulfilling our mission – join us!   

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Certified Medical Coder with a strong background in Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder (SUD) coding. The ideal candidate will have 3–5+ years of hands-on experience coding both inpatient and outpatient encounters, with a deep understanding of SUD treatment services. This position directly impacts revenue integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. The Certified Coder will play a key role in strengthening our Behavioral Health and SUD coding processes while supporting high-quality patient care and financial sustainability.

Some of the Benefits   

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family. 
• 401(k) match up to 5% to help you invest in your future. 
• 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, plus employer-sponsored life insurance for added peace of mind. 
• Re-Fuel Days: Take four paid days each year to recharge — for mental health, rest, or continuing education. 
• Generous PTO, floating paid holidays, and paid volunteer days  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential access to therapy sessions, legal guidance, financial resources, and health coaching. 
• An opportunity to shape our growth — join us early and help define the future of addiction care. 

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for Behavioral Health and SUD services across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Review clinical documentation to ensure coding accuracy, completeness, and compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Apply coding guidelines specific to mental health and substance use treatment, including outpatient behavioral health and inpatient consult services.
• Identify documentation gaps and work collaboratively with providers and clinical staff to improve coding quality and documentation standards.
• Ensure coding supports medical necessity and payer requirements.
• Stay current with coding updates, payer policies, and regulatory changes related to Behavioral Health and SUD services.
• Assist with coding audits, respond to audit findings, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain productivity and accuracy benchmarks as defined by the organization.
• Support billing and revenue cycle teams by resolving coding-related denials or questions.

Required Qualifications:

• Active coding certification: CPC, CCS, or equivalent (AAPC or AHIMA).
• Minimum of 3–5 years of professional coding experience in Behavioral Health.
• Strong experience coding Substance Use Disorder (SUD) services preferred.
• Experience with both inpatient and outpatient coding environments.
• Expert knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines.
• Understanding of medical necessity, compliance standards, and payer-specific requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a startup or fast-growing healthcare organization.
• Prior experience working with EHR systems (Athena, Epic, or similar).
• Experience participating in coding audits and quality assurance initiatives.
• Familiarity with Behavioral Health compliance regulations and documentation standards.

Key Skills & Competencies: 

• Analytical and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills to collabor