Remote Inpatient Coder
Start date: 8/24/2026. Pay rate: $32.00 - $40.00 per hour.
About the role
Under indirect supervision, you will be responsible for accurate coding of Inpatient accounts for an Academic Level I Trauma facility. You will code Inpatient procedures, diagnoses, and conditions using appropriate documentation in the medical record. Work involves Cerner/Clin Trac and 3M 360 CAC, adhering to the rules, regulations, and coding conventions of the American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), ICD-10-CM, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Individual State Health Planning and Development, and organizational/institutional coding guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Accurately assign and sequence ICD-10 diagnostic and ICD-10 procedure codes to inpatient records for reimbursement and data collection.
- Ensure all accounts are coded correctly and promptly to provide an accurate MS-DRG or APR-DRG for appropriate reimbursement.
- Verify patient information to identify discrepancies and ensure codes and abstracted information apply to the correct patient encounter.
- Assess documentation and query physicians for additional information to clarify diagnoses, symptoms, or reasons for services.
- Work the review queue daily to address all charts, communicating corrections to the facility as needed.
- Maintain current professional credentials.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of Inpatient coding experience at a Trauma Level I facility.
- Trauma Level I, Teaching Facility, and Burn Center coding experience required.
- Experience coding Transplants, Rehab, Cardiovascular, and Pediatrics.
- Thorough knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS, including coding Burns.
- Recent experience with Cerner/Clin Trac and 3M 360 CAC.
- Experience working with CDI (Clinical Documentation Improvement).
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- One of the following coding credentials: AHIMA (CCS, CCS-P, RHIA, or RHIT).
- Proficient with Facilities Coding Standards.
- Computer savvy with the ability to work independently and follow workflow processes.
- Strong attention to detail and prompt email communication.
Preferred Qualifications
- Recent Inpatient coding experience at a Level I Trauma facility with a total of 5 years of Trauma I experience.
- Experience abstracting charge sessions in Charge Router (Epic).
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Earned time off and paid holidays.
- Paid continuing education time.
- 401(K) retirement planning.
- Short-term disability, life insurance, and paid jury duty.
- Access to the largest network of facilities and providers in the country.
- Industry-experienced workforce management team.
- Licensure and certification reimbursement.
About the location
Located in the Miami region, this position offers the opportunity to work remotely while enjoying a vibrant, high-energy lifestyle. The area features soft Caribbean breezes, pristine palm-shaded beaches, shimmering emerald waters, and balmy temperatures—ideal for healthcare professionals seeking a sun-drenched location.