Medical Coder

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 Associate’s 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr CornerStone Professional Placement