Inpatient Medical Coder III at Mindseeker Inc. in Washington, Washington DC

Inpatient Medical Coder III

Are you a certified coding professional with at least five (5) years of inpatient medical coding experience? Do you have experience with medical coding for the Department of Defense (DoD) or desire to provide medical coding for the DoD? We are looking for Full-Time Inpatient Medical Coders III to join us in our mission supporting the Defense Health Agency (DHA). This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a supportive and dynamic environment where your skills and passion can truly shine. If you are enthusiastic about continuously enhancing your coding skills and demonstrate unwavering dedication to achieving excellence together, you may be the perfect fit for our team. Highly Competitive Pay and Benefits

• Hourly base pay rate PLUS Health & Welfare
• 11 paid Federal Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• New computer system and monitor provided
• Online coding clinics
• Flexible work schedules
• 100% Remote positions

Essential Job Duties

• Code Assignment - Accurately assign International Classification of Diseases Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) diagnoses, International Classification of Diseases Clinical Modification Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS), Evaluation and Management (E&M), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes, including utilization of modifiers and units of service, based on medical record documentation for the professional and institutional (facility) components of inpatient discharges (stays); inpatient professional services to include attending ("rounds"), consultations, concurrent services, and inpatient surgical and anesthesia procedures.
• Documentation Review - Identify and resolve inconsistencies, ambiguities, or discrepancies that may lead to inaccurate coding or affect quality patient care.
• System Utilization - Utilize THE Military Health System (MHS) GENESIS systems to remotely access patient records and assign codes for patient encounters.
• Productivity and Quality Standards - Achieve and maintain hourly coding productivity and 97% accuracy standards for the position.

Education

• One (1) of the following. If you believe you have the skills and experience to shine in this role, we encourage you to reach out and discuss your qualifications with us. We value diverse backgrounds and recognize that not all candidates may meet the traditional educational requirements.
• Associate's degree or higher in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or a biological science, OR
• University certificate in medical coding, OR
• Completion of an American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) coding certification preparation course for professional services or facility coding that includes medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, health information management concepts, and pharmacology, OR
• At least 30 semester hours' university/college credit that includes relevant coursework such as anatomy/physiology, medical terminology, health information management, and/or pharmacology

Certifications

One (1) professional AND one (1) institutional certification through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) and/or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). The RHIA and RHIT from AHIMA qualify as either professional or institutional certifications.

Professional Coding Certifications

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC), AAPC
• Certified Coding Specialist - Physician (CCS-P), AHIMA
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), AHIMA
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), AHIMA

Institutional Coding Certifications

• Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), AAPC
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), AHIMA
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), AHIMA
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), AHIMA

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience coding and/or auditing in two (2) or more medical, surgical, and ancillary specialties within the past 10 years, including inpatient facility services (required); OR
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience if that experience was in support of a military treatment facility
• Experience coding and/or auditing inpatient professional services (preferred)
• Experience coding and/or auditing same day surgery, emergency department, observation, and/or outpatient specialty clinics (preferred)
• DoD or Veterans Administration medical coding experience (preferred)
• MHS GENESIS coding experience (preferred)

We recognize the importance of professional growth and encourage our team members to pursue multiple certifications that enhance their skills and value. If you have relevant certifications and hands-on experience, we would love to hear from you! Mindseeker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.