Inpatient Coder

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Evaluate inpatient encounters and accurately assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes and DRGs that can withstand audits.

• Analyze documentation thoroughly; if it does not substantiate the coded services, highlight it and escalate the discrepancy.

• Code in strict accordance with CMS standards, payer-specific regulations, and established coding guidelines.

• Navigate confidently through client workflows, systems, and audit requirements.

• Maintain a high standard of quality (95% accuracy or greater) while achieving achievable productivity targets.

⛳️ Requirements

• Current RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS certification.

• Over 3 years of inpatient coding experience in an acute care environment, preferably in a medium to large facility.

• Certain client projects may necessitate 5 or more years of experience.

• Proficiency with EHR systems (Epic, Cerner), coding encoders, and CAC platforms (Solventum, Optum).

• Ability to work independently with the discernment to inquire when something appears incorrect.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexibility to suit your lifestyle: options for full-time, part-time, or PRN roles.

• National exposure to a variety of high-acuity health systems and specialties.

• A culture that prioritizes quality.

• Staffing based on realistic expectations rather than volume at any cost.

• A genuine growth trajectory leading into audit, education, and advisory roles as your career develops.