Inpatient Coding Specialist

Job Summary

A company is looking for an Inpatient Coding Specialist.

Key Responsibilities

• Assigns ICD-10-CM and PCS codes for inpatient visits and ICD-10 CM codes, EM levels, and surgical CPT codes for physician visits
• Validates MS-DRG or APC assignments and abstracts clinical data
• Mitigates coding-related claims scrubber edits and participates in client meetings and training sessions

Required Qualifications

• An active AHIMA or AAPC credential
• One year of relevant coding experience for the specific patient type within the last six months
• Passing score of 80% on specific pre-employment tests assigned