Senior Inpatient Coder - Remote

Overview

The Senior Inpatient Coder at the University of Maryland Medical System is responsible for accurately coding hospital inpatient accounts to ensure appropriate reimbursement, research, and compliance with regulations.

In Short

• Accurately codes hospital inpatient accounts.
• Utilizes ICD-10-CM/PCS coding classification systems.
• Serves as a clinical coding subject matter expert.
• Analyzes and abstracts complex inpatient cases.
• Collaborates with other senior coders.
• Consults with medical and clinical staff on documentation issues.
• Requires strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Minimum of three years of coding experience required.
• Certification in coding is required.
• Position is full-time and remote.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent; formal ICD-10-CM and CPT training preferred.
• Minimum of three years ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS coding experience.
• Certification such as CCS, RHIT, RHIA, or CIC required.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Familiar with basic medical terminology.
• Computer experience and typing ability.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Work in an academic health system.
• Collaborative work environment.
• Remote work flexibility.