Inpatient Coding Specialist Jobs
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Overview
As a Remote Inpatient Coding Specialist, you will be responsible for coding all requested inpatient medical records using the most accurate and appropriate ICD-10-CM/PCS and DRG assignment, while meeting specified productivity and accuracy standards. You will also be responsible for abstracting key data required from the medical information consistent with UHDDS requirements, other regulatory coding guidelines, best practices in the industry and HIA policy and procedures.
* This is a remote/work from home position *
Please be aware that this role is continuously open for hiring throughout the year. If you decide to apply, our recruiting team will review your information and get in touch with you if your background aligns with any current or future openings.
Responsibilities
- Codes all requested Inpatient records using the most accurate and appropriate ICD-10-CM/PCS and DRG assignment in accordance with coding guidelines.
- Abstracts, codes and assigns necessary demographic and clinical data elements required
- Uses 3M and/or TruCode encoder to ensure appropriate reimbursement and accurate DRG & MSDRG assignment.
- Writes appropriate, non-leading queries.
- Maintains quality and productivity according to client requirements.
- Completes all education as required within established deadlines.
- Commits to continually improving his/her coding skills by actively participating in all education sessions.
- Reports to the Director of Coding Services
Qualifications
- RHIA, RHIT, or CCS
- Minimum 3 years inpatient coding experience in an acute care facility.
- ICD-10-CM/PCS proficient
- Computer proficiency, able to research coding questions and utilize HIA’s internal educational resources.
- High Speed Internet via Cable (no Satellite or wireless cell based)
- Independent, focused individual able to work remotely.
