Inpatient Coder - VA Federal Contract - 248904

Base pay range $30.00/hr - $37.00/hr Job Title: Remote Inpatient Medical Coder & Inpatient Team Lead Location: 100% Remote (Must reside in the Central Time Zone ) Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM CT Employment Type: Full-Time Federal Contract Duration: Long-term Role Overview We are seeking experienced Inpatient Medical Coders and a high-performing Inpatient Team Lead for a high-volume facility within the VA healthcare system. These are fully remote positions requiring a high level of investigative accuracy and a deep understanding of complex inpatient documentation. Note: Previous experience within the VA, a University Medical Center, or a Teaching Hospital is mandatory. Core Responsibilities Medical Coding: Review complex inpatient medical records to assign accurate ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and DRGs. Data Validation: Perform 100% data validation of assigned encounters to ensure diagnostic integrity. Provider Queries: Interface with clinicians for documentation clarification to ensure support for coded diagnoses. Systems: Utilize VA-specific software, including CPRS, VistA, and VIRR , on a daily basis. Team Lead Functions (Lead Role Only): Oversee daily workload distribution and monitor team productivity. Conduct internal quality audits and provide feedback/retraining to coding staff. Serve as the primary point of contact for complex coding inquiries and facility-specific queries. Required Qualifications Relevant Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of continuous Inpatient coding experience specifically within the Veterans Affairs (VA) system, University Medical Centers, or Teaching Hospitals . Credentials: Must hold one of the following active certifications: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CCS-P, or CPC . Systems Proficiency: Direct experience using CPRS and VistA is highly preferred/required for the VA-specific workflow. Time Zone: Candidates must reside in the Central Time Zone (CT) to align with facility operations. Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen with proficient English communication skills. Why Apply? 100% Remote: Work from home with secure, VA-provided IT equipment and access. Leadership Opportunity: Competitive path for experienced coders looking to step into an Inpatient Team Lead capacity. Stability: Predictable M-F daytime schedule with no weekends or federal holidays. Impact: Support the health records and diagnostic accuracy for our nation's Veterans. Interested in joining a mission-driven team? Apply today! #J-18808-Ljbffr Medix™