Certified Inpatient Medical Coder

To support clinical documentation efforts, the part-time Certified Inpatient Medical Coder will assign appropriate codes for diagnoses and procedures based on patient encounters, ensuring accurate reimbursement while working remotely. Key responsibilities Assigns and sequences diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT-4 coding systems Abstracts data from medical records and enters coded information into the Medical Center's database Maintains a coding accuracy rate of 95% or better, adhering to departmental productivity standards Required qualifications Associate's Degree in Health Information, Medical Records, or a similar program, or equivalent experience Minimum of 3 years of inpatient coding experience in a Level 1 Trauma, Teaching Facility Certification as a CCS, RHIT, or RHIA from AHIMA is required In-depth knowledge of medical terminology, coding conventions, and DRG systems Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality of health information