Certified Inpatient Coder

Job Summary

A company is looking for an Inpatient Coder 2 (H) to work remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze electronic medical records (EMR) to identify diagnoses and procedures for coding
• Assign principal and secondary ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes following official coding guidelines
• Collaborate with the Clinical Care Transformation team for documentation clarification and ensure compliance with coding regulations

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited Health Information Technology or Coding program
• Certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in ICD-10-CM/PCS acute care facility coding
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations and commitment to health system policies
• Proficiency in encoder, computer-assisted coding, and EMR software applications