Inpatient Surgical Coder

About the role

Being part of AdventHealth is about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. You can thrive professionally and grow spiritually while extending the healing ministry of Christ, valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring.

Responsibilities

• Assigns ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for inpatient surgical and procedure-based records
• Ensures accurate DRG assignment reflecting procedures performed and patient acuity
• Reviews documentation to validate procedural coding, sequencing, and clinical alignment
• Maintains productivity and turnaround time standards to support DNFB reduction and revenue cycle performance
• Applies coding guidelines, regulatory requirements (IPPS, CMS) and payer rules to ensure compliant coding practices
• Identifies documentation gaps related to procedures and collaborates with CDI for clarification when appropriate
• Incorporates audit findings and education into daily coding practice to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Reviews documentation to identify MCC/CC capture opportunity
• Participates in quality reviews and responds to audit feedback and performance improvement initiatives
• Maintains knowledge of coding updates, PCS guidelines, and regulatory changes
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience:

• 4+ years acute care hospital coding including heavy PCS coding of complex surgeries, or 4 years of hospital coding and completion of the AdventHealth inpatient surgical coding training [Required]
• Additional Information: 4+ years of hospital coding AND AdventHealth inpatient surgical coding training program completion may be considered in lieu of work experience

Skills

• Ability to interpret clinical documentation and its impact on coding and DRG assignment [Required]
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM coding, low acuity procedures, and inpatient reimbursement (IPPS) [Required]
• Understanding of CDI processes and documentation requirements [Required]
• Ability to identify coding and documentation risks [Required]
• Ability to write compliant queries [Required]
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills [Required]
• Effective communication and collaboration across clinical, CDI, and coding teams [Required]

Certifications

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) [Required]
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) [Required]
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) [Required]
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) [Required]

Benefits

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Pay

$26.29 - $48.91

Schedule

Full time, Day shift