Inpatient Coder I - Remote Work From Home

Inpatient Coder (CCS Certified) – Remote

Location: Remote (work from home office)

Experience: 3+ years of facility-based inpatient coding

The Inpatient Coder is a key role supporting one or more Cognizant clients, responsible for reviewing medical documentation and accurately assigning ICD-10-CM diagnosis and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes. This role works independently and as part of a team, queries physicians to clarify documentation, and supports coding quality through peer review, while meeting accuracy and productivity standards in a fast-paced remote environment.

Review documentation to code diagnoses (ICD-10-CM) and procedures (ICD-10-PCS).

Assign accurate codes using an electronic encoder application in accordance with practice policy and regulatory guidelines.

Perform peer reviews of company Health Information Management coding auditors and coders.

16 encounters per day, 2 encounters per hour, and 30 minutes to code each encounter.

Coordinate with your manager and team on scheduled time off, breaks, and new procedures and policies provided by the client.

Coding credential: CCS, RHIT or RHIA (AHIMA), or CPC or CIC (AAPC).

Minimum of three years of facility-based inpatient experience (ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, MS-DRG).

Level 1 Trauma coding experience required.

Epic experience required.

Ability to interpret medical records, reports, and chart entries.

Ability to work independently and as a team member, and to stay organized across multiple projects.

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic computer skills.

Active CCS, RHIT, RHIA, CPC, or CIC credential

Three years of facility-based inpatient coding experience

Level 1 Trauma coding experience

Epic experience

Pass the coding assessment with a score of 80% or higher

Applications will be accepted until November 2, 2026.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

If you are an experienced inpatient coder who takes pride in accuracy and quality, we would love to hear from you!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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