Inpatient Coder

Job Summary

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

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze physician/provider documentation in Inpatient health records to determine diagnoses and procedures
• Utilize encoder software to assign appropriate coding and indicators for Inpatient records
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to resolve billing and coding issues affecting reimbursement

Required Qualifications

• Completion of an AHIMA-approved coding program or an Associate's degree in Health Information Management or a related field
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification
• Three years of current acute care or Inpatient coding experience
• Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, and coding guidelines
• Current experience with encoding/grouping software and Computer Assisted Coding (CAC) preferred