Certified Inpatient Medical Coder

Job Summary

To support clinical documentation efforts, the part-time Certified Inpatient Medical Coder will assign appropriate codes for diagnoses and procedures based on patient encounters, ensuring accurate reimbursement while working remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Assigns and sequences diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT-4 coding systems
• Abstracts data from medical records and enters coded information into the Medical Center's database
• Maintains a coding accuracy rate of 95% or better, adhering to departmental productivity standards

Required qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Health Information, Medical Records, or a similar program, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 3 years of inpatient coding experience in a Level 1 Trauma, Teaching Facility
• Certification as a CCS, RHIT, or RHIA from AHIMA is required
• In-depth knowledge of medical terminology, coding conventions, and DRG systems
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality of health information