Inpatient Coder - Remote

Overview

The Medical Coding Specialist, Inpatient is responsible for accurately abstracting data into appropriate client electronic medical record systems, following the Official ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS Guidelines for Coding, UHDDS guidelines, and CMS directives. Performs data entry of required abstracted patient information into the client’s information system. Assigns Present on Admission (POA) indicators according to AHA POA guidelines. Queries physicians when appropriate and interacts with Clinical Documentation staff as per account requirements. Maintains consistent coding accuracy rate of 95% or better while also meeting productivity standards.

In Short

• Full-time and part-time positions available
• Responsible for coding inpatient accounts
• Must maintain a coding accuracy rate of 95% or better
• Requires interaction with Clinical Documentation staff
• Must possess an approved coding credential
• Minimum 3 years of inpatient coding experience required
• Proficient in ICD-10-PCS coding
• Strong collaboration and communication skills needed
• Excellent benefits package offered
• Remote work opportunity

Requirements

• Assigns appropriate ICD-10-CM/PCS codes to inpatient accounts as per designated workflow
• Abstracts and enters coded data for hospital statistical and reporting requirements
• Assigns present on admission indicators and discharge dispositions
• Queries physicians to clarify conflicting clinical information
• Communicates documentation improvement opportunities
• Maintains required productivity and quality requirements
• Maintains coding credential requirements
• Minimum 5 years’ coding experience recommended
• 3 years of inpatient coding in an acute care setting required
• Must be proficient at ICD-10-PCS coding

Benefits

• Excellent salary
• Full benefits package including 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short/long term disability insurance
• PTO policy