Home Health Coder

Location: 31300 Rexwood St., Farmington Hills, MI
Job Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Job Summary

At Safe Hands Home Health Care & Hospice, we believe that exceptional patient care begins with precise and thoughtful documentation. As a Home Health Coder, you will play a key role in ensuring our patients receive the right care by accurately reviewing and assigning ICD-10-CM codes. Your work will directly support both compliance and quality, helping our care teams deliver seamless services to patients in the comfort of their homes.

This role is based at our Farmington Hills office and offers you the opportunity to bring your expertise to a supportive, compassionate, and professional team that values your skills and dedication.

Why Join Safe Hands?

At Safe Hands, we don’t just hire employees — we welcome individuals into a team where their work makes a real impact. With over 16 years of trusted service in Michigan, we’ve built a reputation for excellence in home health and hospice care. When you join us, you can expect:

• A supportive team culture that values collaboration, respect, and professional growth.

• Career development opportunities with a well-established agency.

• Paid time off to support balance in your personal and professional life.

• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization that prioritizes both patient well-being and employee success.

Responsibilities

• Review OASIS assessments, clinician documentation, and other medical record components to assign accurate ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes.

• Ensure coding supports each patient’s plan of care and aligns with CMS guidelines, coding conventions, and home health regulations.

• Collaborate with clinicians to clarify documentation when needed.

• Monitor and resolve coding edits or rejections in partnership with billing and clinical staff.

• Maintain productivity and quality standards according to department expectations.

• Participate in audits, education sessions, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Stay current with coding guidelines, CMS updates, and regulatory changes affecting home health.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management, Nursing, or a related field.

• Active credential from AAPC (e.g., CPC, CRC) or AHIMA (e.g., CCS, RHIT, RHIA).

• At least 2 years of ICD-10-CM coding experience in home health or post-acute care.

• Strong knowledge of OASIS documentation, PDGM, and CMS home health regulations.

• Familiarity with coding software and EMRs such as Axxess and Home Health Notify.

• High attention to detail with the ability to work independently and accurately.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master’s) in Health Information Management or a related field.

• Experience coding under PDGM.

• Knowledge of home health quality metrics and reimbursement processes.

• Prior experience in an office-based or productivity-driven environment.

Modes of Work

This position is office-based at our Farmington Hills location. Work agreements are subject to review annually and may be adjusted based on agency needs.

Background Screening

Safe Hands Home Health Care & Hospice conducts background screenings on all candidates through the Michigan LARA system upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

Application Deadline

Job postings remain active for a minimum of 15 calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the sixteenth day after posting. This opening may be removed and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Safe Hands Home Health Care & Hospice is an equal employment opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.