Inpatient Facility Medical Coder

A Bit About Us

This is an exciting opportunity to work remotely and make a significant impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of our organization. This role is crucial to ensure precise and accurate coding of medical procedures, diagnoses, and treatments. The role requires a minimum of 1 year of experience in medical coding.



Why join us?


Fully remote anywhere in the U.S.

Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan options

Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling

Opportunities for professional growth and ongoing education

Inclusive culture fostering collaboration and development

Access to cutting-edge technology for coding proficiency

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze medical records and identify all pertinent diagnoses and procedures for patient encounters, ensuring the highest level of accuracy.
• Translate patient information into alphanumeric medical codes using the PCS coding system.
• Ensure all codes are current and accurately depict the patient's medical treatment, diagnosis, and procedures.
• Provide quality assurance for medical codes and coding reference data.
• Work closely with healthcare providers to manage denials by conducting medical record reviews.
• Assist in the development and implementation of coding policies and procedures.
• Participate in coding meetings and educational conferences to stay updated on the latest industry trends and changes.
• Maintain strict patient and physician confidentiality following all HIPAA guidelines.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.
  

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of inpatient facility medical coding
• Inpatient coding experience for an entire facility/hospital - not just for a specific physician/provider
• Possession of one of the following credentials RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, COC, or CIC
• Proficiency in ICD-10-CM and PCS coding systems