INPATIENT MEDICAL CODER ACUTE CARE
Location Sherman, TX | Onsite
COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE
$33.00+ per hour (Based on Experience)
Full-Time schedule
Employment type: W2
ROLE IMPACT
The Inpatient Medical Coder plays a critical role in ensuring accurate code assignment and reimbursement integrity for acute care hospital services. This position supports compliant revenue cycle operations by translating complex clinical documentation into precise ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification) and ICD-10-PCS (Procedure Coding System) codes. Success in this role directly impacts MS-DRG (Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Group) accuracy, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Review and analyze acute care inpatient medical records to assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes
Assign ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes in accordance with official coding guidelines
Ensure accurate MS-DRG assignment to support appropriate reimbursement
Abstract required clinical data into the Health Information Management (HIM) system
Query physicians for documentation clarification when needed and support audit processes
Minimum Qualifications
2+ years of acute care inpatient hospital coding experience
Strong working knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and MS-DRG assignment methodologies
High school diploma or equivalent
Core Tools & Systems
Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
Hospital coding and abstracting software
MS-DRG grouper tools
Microsoft Office applications
Preferred Skills
Associates degree in Health Information Management or related field
CCS (Certified Coding Specialist AHIMA), CPC, CCA, or other relevant coding credential
Experience in specialty or rehabilitation hospital environments
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