Advanced Inpatient Coder Specialist (REMOTE)

About the Role

This is a full-time remote position, requiring residency in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, or South Carolina. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes complex, multi-day, multi-specialty inpatient documentation to assign integrated diagnosis and procedural codes using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding systems.
• Works in conjunction with medical staff to ensure accurate assignment of intricate diagnoses such as malnutrition and sepsis.
• Formulates physician queries and monitors bill hold reports.
• Serves as a liaison to the Clinical Documentation Specialist Team and Quality Department for ICD-10 inpatient encounters, ensuring accurate code and MSDRG assignments, as well as PSI/HAC reviews.
• Applies strong knowledge of anatomy, pathophysiology, and pharmacology for accurate code assignments.
• Assists the Manager/Director with mentoring and training of Coder I, Coder II, and Coder III team members, as well as clinical practice students from various colleges.

Required Certifications & Education

• Required Certification: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).
• Preferred Certification: RHIT (Health Information) in addition to the required CCS.
• Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred Education: Associate degree in Health Information Technology.

Required Experience

• 5 years of Acute Care experience.
• 3 years of Inpatient Coding experience.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401k match and additional yearly contribution.
• Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus.
• Community discounts and more.