Certified Medical Coder (Inpatient) | Day Shift w/200K SOB

RecruitNest Consulting; Taguig; Hybrid; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

HMO coverage for dependents

Group Life Insurance

Annual Salary Appraisal

Annual Performance-Based Incentive

PTO credits per year

Job summary

RecruitNest Consulting is seeking an experienced Inpatient Coder V to join our client's healthcare team in the Philippines. You will assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for inpatient records and review documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with coding guidelines.

The role requires AHIMA or AAPC certification, 2+ years inpatient coding, EMR/EHR experience (Epic/Cerner/Meditech/3M Encoder), and the ability to maintain high quality while supporting audits and revenue integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field preferred.
• At least 2 years inpatient coding experience.
• Active AHIMA/AAPC certification (CPC/CIC/CCS) required.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS guidelines.
• Familiar with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, Meditech or 3M Encoder.
• Immediate start preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS diagnosis and procedures for inpatient records.
• Review records to ensure complete and accurate code assignment.
• Apply inpatient coding guidelines and E/M standards.
• Compare documentation, code assignments, and charges for accuracy.
• Identify discrepancies and escalate as needed.
• Abstract clinical information from patient records.
• Utilize EMR systems and coding tools effectively.
• Ensure compliance with AHIMA, AAPC standards.
• Maintain coding accuracy, productivity, and quality.

Skills

Inpatient coding

AHIMA/AAPC certification

ICD-10-CM/CPT/HCPCS knowledge

EMR/EHR experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare-related field

Tools

Epic

Cerner

Meditech

3M Encoder

Job description

• Employment Type: Full-Time; Permanent (Direct Hire)
• Work Setup & Location: Hybrid (2-3x onsite/week) - BGC, Taguig
• Work Schedule: Weekdays; Day Shift
• Headcounts Needed: 10+ FTEs

Job Expectations

• Position Type: Experienced - Mid/Senior
• Employment Type: Full-Time; Permanent (Direct Hire)
• Work Setup & Location: Hybrid (2-3x onsite/week) - BGC, Taguig
• Work Schedule: Weekdays; Day Shift
• Headcounts Needed: 10+ FTEs
• Industry: Healthcare

About the Job

We are looking for an Inpatient Coder V to join our client's healthcare team and ensure accurate coding of inpatient medical records. In this role, you will assign diagnosis and procedure codes, review medical documentation, and ensure compliance with coding guidelines and industry standards. You will also help maintain coding accuracy, validate documentation and charges, and support quality and audit requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS diagnosis and procedure codes for inpatient medical records.
• Review medical records to ensure complete and accurate code assignment.
• Apply inpatient coding guidelines and facility Evaluation & Management (E&M) coding standards.
• Compare clinical documentation, code assignments, and financial system charges to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Identify coding discrepancies and escalate issues to the appropriate manager.
• Abstract required clinical information from patient records.
• Utilize EMR systems, coding encoders, and other coding support tools effectively.
• Ensure compliance with AHIMA, AAPC, and industry coding standards.
• Maintain coding accuracy, productivity, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a healthcare-related field is preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in inpatient medical coding.
• Active AHIMA or AAPC certification (CPC, CIC, or CCS) is required.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines.
• Experience handling simple to complex inpatient cases, including high-dollar accounts.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems, such as Epic, Cerner, Meditech, or 3M Encoder.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting inpatient medical records.
• Can start immediately, if possible.

Benefits

• ₱200,000 Sign-On Bonus
• 20 Paid Time Off (PTO) credits per year
• Annual Salary Appraisal
• Annual Performance-Based Incentive
• HMO coverage with FREE dependents
• Group Life Insurance