Remote Hospital Inpatient Coder

Remote Position

Hours: M-F, Flexible hours after training period.

Sign-on Bonus

The Coder II - Inpatient is responsible for accurately assigning ICD-10-CM/PCS diagnosis and procedure codes for inpatient encounters in accordance with official coding guidelines, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements. This role ensures the integrity of the patient medical record, supports appropriate reimbursement, and contributes to compliance, quality reporting, and data integrity for Powers Health hospitals.

• Reviews and evaluates inpatient medical records via the EMR to determine appropriate diagnosis and procedures to be coded based on industry standards, federal regulations and hospital guidelines.
• Accurately assigns the appropriate code set to the diagnosis and procedures documented in the EMR via the encoder and in compliance with accuracy and productivity requirements.
• Records and abstracts codes and required information in the computerized health information system on a timely basis.
• Works with the Coding Supervisor in response to requests for assistance from Patient Financial Services, physicians' offices or patients in regard to the code assignments made for reimbursement purposes.

Minimum high school diploma; Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Active AHIMA accreditation as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) required.
• Successful completion of coding courses in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Thorough knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS coding and Official Coding Guidelines.
• Minimum of 2 years coding experience in hospital medical record coding is required; previous inpatient coding experience is preferred.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate clearly and concisely with internal and external customers.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and SharePoint.
• Epic EMR experience preferred.

In return for your valuable service and contributions, Powers Health offers a competitive wage and benefits package along with the necessary tools, resources, and mentoring opportunities to support your career advancement goals.

Medical, dental and vision coverage

• Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Retirement savings plan
• Life insurance
• Disability income protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Join our team of healthcare professionals at Powers Health.