Ability to work independently in a remote environment (must have their own equipment)
Must be based in EST or CST hours
JOB SUMMARY
The Inpatient Coder is responsible for reviewing inpatient medical records and assigning accurate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes in accordance with official coding guidelines, regulatory requirements, and Clint policies. This position supports timely and accurate billing, reimbursement, and compliance, and is fully remote.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Review inpatient medical records to assign appropriate ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes
Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with AHIMA, AHA, CMS, and official coding guidelines
Abstract clinical data accurately into the coding system
Meet established productivity and quality benchmarks
Identify documentation issues and work with CDI or providers as appropriate
Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations
Participate in audits, education, and quality improvement initiatives as required
Stay current with coding updates, regulatory changes, and payer requirements
Requirements
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Active coding certification (RHIT, RHIA, or CIC) required
Minimum of 4+ years of recent inpatient hospital coding experience required
Minimum of 3 years ICS-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS coding and abstracting experience with a Level 1 trauma and rehab hospital or 4 years of experience with coding inpatient hospital medical records required
Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding guidelines