Inpatient Coder

Inpatient Coder

Remote (KY or IN)

Remote role

Compensation: $35 - $42 per hour

Contract Length: 3 months with possible extension

Hours: 40 hrs/week, Mon-Fri between 7AM - 7PM EST

Start Date: ASAP

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our client is seeking an experienced Inpatient Coder to join our team on a contract basis. This fully remote position requires residency in Kentucky or Indiana and offers the opportunity to support a leading healthcare provider committed to quality and compliance. As an Inpatient Coder, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of inpatient coding, directly impacting the measurement and reporting of physician and hospital outcomes. You will be responsible for maintaining up-to-date knowledge of clinical coding, adhering to documentation requirements and official coding guidelines, and contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position with a competitive hourly rate and the possibility of contract extension.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Ensure accurate and complete coding of inpatient medical records in accordance with Coding Clinic and AHA Official Coding Guidelines.
• Review clinical documentation to assign appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes for hospital and physician outcome reporting.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of clinical coding standards, documentation requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives related to coding accuracy and compliance.
• Utilize coding software and electronic health record systems (e.g., Solventum 360, CAC, Epic) to support coding activities.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and other team members to clarify documentation and resolve coding discrepancies.
• Adhere to confidentiality and data security standards when handling patient information.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 2+ years of traditional Inpatient Coding experience.
• Experience with Solventum 360, CAC, and Epic systems.
• Associate degree required.
• RHIA, RHIT, or CCS certification required.
• Knowledge of Coding Clinic and AHA Official Coding Guidelines for diagnosis and procedural coding.
• Microsoft Office, EHR, and Encoder experience preferred.
• Experience with complex surgeries (e.g., spinal, cardiac) preferred.
• Ability to ensure accurate and complete coding for reporting physician and hospital outcomes.
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement in coding practices.

Disclaimer: Brooksource, Medasource, and Calculated Hire are part of the Eight Eleven Group family of companies and operate under Eight Eleven Group, LLC. All employees receive the same benefits, policies, and terms of employment.


EEO:
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.


Benefits & Perks:
Eight Eleven Group offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee's needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.


Pay Disclaimer:
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Share This Job