Maryland Certified Coding Specialist

Job Summary

To ensure the quality and integrity of medical records, the full-time remote Coding Quality Review Specialist - Inpatient will provide expert review of inpatient coding, validate ICD-10-CM/PCS codes, and assist in the development of coding guidelines while collaborating with the Coding Quality Review team.

Key responsibilities

• Review and validate ICD-10-CM/PCS codes and present on admission indicators by examining medical record documentation
• Participate in quality review team meetings and help select areas for focused quality reviews
• Perform retrospective reviews on coding staff and provide feedback to improve coding accuracy and compliance

Required qualifications

• Current Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credential through AHIMA
• High School Diploma or GED required; vocational/technical degree in Health Information Management preferred
• 1-2 years of inpatient coding experience, preferably in an acute care setting
• 3-4 years of auditing experience preferred
• Completion of medical terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, and coding courses in ICD-10 CM and PCS preferred