California Licensed Inpatient Coder

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Facility Inpatient Coder (Remote).

Key Responsibilities

• Assign ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes by reviewing documentation in accordance with coding guidelines
• Abstract data elements for statistical requests and enter coded information into the assigned system
• Resolve complex inpatient edits/alerts accurately using current guidelines

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 3 years' work experience in a healthcare setting performing similar coding duties
• Knowledge of Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Groups (MS-DRG) and All Patient Refined Diagnosis Related Groups (APR-DRG)
• Familiarity with coding applications such as EPIC and Solventum
• Understanding of anatomy, physiology, and clinical practice relevant to coding