Coder 4

Fairview Health Services; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Health Services in Saint Paul, MN is seeking an experienced Inpatient Hospital Based Coder to join our team on the day shift. This 1.0 FTE role codes inpatient records using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS, employing encoder and CAC software, researching complex cases and querying physicians for clarification.

The coder analyzes documentation, assigns diagnoses and procedures, supports revenue cycle, and helps ensure compliance with regulatory and payer reporting.

Qualifications

• Certificate program in coding or associate degree in HIM.
• 3+ years of inpatient coding experience.
• RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CIC certifications are preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Windows-based software.
• Keeping CEU’s up to date.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and codes inpatient records using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS per guidelines and Fairview standards.
• Identifies and resolves documentation discrepancies to ensure accuracy of SOI/ROM and data integrity.
• Initiates provider queries with CDI staff to improve code specificity.
• Validates CAC output for accuracy and supports timely record processing.
• Demonstrates understanding of diseases, meds, labs to support code assignment.
• Assists in education of physicians and staff regarding documentation and regulations.
• Collaborates with revenue cycle to ensure timely claim submission and accurate charges.

Skills

ICD-10-CM/PCS coding

Inpatient coding

CAC software

Query physicians

Education

RHIA

RHIT

CCS

CIC

Certificate in Coding

Associate degree in HIM

Tools

CAC software

Encoder systems

Windows OS

Job description

Job Overview

Fairview is looking for Inpatient Hospital Based Coder to join our team! This ispositionapproved for a1.0 FTE (80 hours per pay period) on the day shift. This position provides inpatient coding utilizing ICD-10-CM and ICD-10 PCS Coding Classification systems. Utilizes an encoder and computer assisted coding (CAC) software to achieve accuracy and thorough coding. Researches complex coding scenarios and queries physicians on documentation for clarification.

This is an HB I npatient coding position for an experienced, trained inpatient coder. An Inpatient Coder analyzes clinical documentation; assigns appropriate diagnosis, procedure, and abstracts the codes and other clinical data. This information is then used to determine reimbursement levels, assess quality of care, study patterns of illness and injuries, compare healthcare data between facilities and between physicians, and meet regulatory and payer reporting requirements. Assist in the resolution of clinical documentation and provide feedback to providers on the quality of their documentation.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and codes inpatient clinical records using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS in compliance with coding guidelines, MS-DRG/APR-DRG reimbursement rules, and Fairview standards.
• Identifies and resolves clinical documentation discrepancies to ensure accuracy in severity, risk of mortality (SOI/ROM), Hospital Acquired Conditions (HAC), Present on Admission (POA) indicators, and data integrity.
• Initiates and follows up on provider queries in collaboration with Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) staff to clarify documentation and improve code specificity.
• Validates computer-assisted coding (CAC) output for accuracy and contributes to timely and accurate record processing to support efficient revenue cycle operations.
• Demonstrates deep understanding of disease processes, diagnostic indicators, medications, and lab results to support accurate code assignment and quality reporting.
• Assists in education and training of physicians and multidisciplinary staff regarding documentation and compliance with evolving coding regulations and standards.
• Collaborates with revenue cycle team members to ensure timely claim submission and contributes to financial outcomes through accurate charge capture and documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Certificate program in coding or associate degree in HIM
• 3+ years of coding experience
• One of the following: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)
• Basic knowledge of Windows-based computer software.
• Keeping up to date with CEU’s.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates or bachelor’s degree in HIM
• 2 or more years of HB Inpatient coding experience

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link foradditional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status