Coding Coordinator IV - (Remote)

ChristianaCare; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 46,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

ChristianaCare in Newark, DE is seeking a full-time Inpatient Coding Coordinator IV to oversee timely coding for reimbursement and data collection. You will coordinate daily coding and support staff across inpatient cases.

You will ensure accuracy, identify documentation gaps, and educate physicians and coders on ICD/CMS guidelines, contributing to data quality and compliance. This role offers solid benefits and a collaborative hospital environment.

Qualifications

• RHIA, RHIT or CCS certification or equivalent certification/degree.
• College credits in medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Three years coding experience in a Health Information Management Department or equivalent.
• Experience with implementing and maintaining computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Timely pre-bill review and audit patient medical records (inpatient primarily) and correctly capture of final DRG for each review.
• Analyze clinical data of inpatients, current treatment, past medical history and identify potential gaps in physician documentation.
• Analyze and report trends for improvement opportunities in coding and documentation.
• Verify coding and abstracting accuracy by performing quantities and qualitative reviews.
• Communicate with physicians or other providers to validate diagnoses and documentation using AHIMA/ACDIS guidelines.
• Follow CMS, AHIMA, AHA, AAPC, AMA guidelines for coding standards.
• Create educational material and educate physicians, coders, and other providers regarding clinical documentation improvement.
• Train and audit entry level coders or coders in a new discipline.

Skills

Coding experience

Physician communications

Education

RHIA, RHIT or CCS certification

Medical terminology & anatomy credits

Tools

Health information systems

Job description

Job Details

Do you want to work at one of the Top 100 Hospitals in the nation? We are guided by our values of Love and Excellence and are passionate about delivering health, not just health care. Come join us at ChristianaCare!

ChristianaCare, with hospitals in Wilmington and Newark, DE, as well as Elkton, MD, is one of the largest health care providers in the Mid‑Atlantic Region. Named one of “America’s Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report, we have an excess of 1,100 beds between our hospitals and are committed to providing the best patient care in the region. We are proud that Christiana Hospital, Wilmington Hospital, our Ambulatory Services, and HomeHealth have all received ANCC Magnet Recognition®.

Primary Function

ChristianaCare is currently seeking a full‑time Inpatient Coding Coordinator IV who will be responsible for the timely and accurate coding for reimbursement and data collection purposes. Coordinates daily responsibilities of coding and support staff.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Timely pre‑bill review and audit patient medical records (inpatient primarily) and correctly capture of final DRG for each review.
• Analyze clinical data of inpatients, current treatment, past medical history and identifies potential gaps in physician documentation.
• Analyze and report trends for improvement opportunities in coding and documentation.
• Verify coding and abstracting accuracy by performing quantities and qualitative reviews.
• Communicate with physicians or other providers to validate diagnoses, clinical indicators and appropriately prompts for documentation utilization AHIMA/ACDIS best practice query principles, if necessary, either verbally or written.
• Follow industry best practice coding standards in accordance with CMS, AHIMA, AHA, AAPC, and AMA guidelines.
• Create educational material and educate physicians, coders, and other key healthcare providers regarding clinical documentation improvement and the need for accurate and complete documentation in the health record.
• Train and audit entry level coders or coders who are being trained in a new discipline.

Candidates must meet the following requirements

• RHIA, RHIT or CCS certification or equivalent certification/degree.
• College credits in medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Three years coding experience in a Health Information Management Department or equivalent.
• Experience with implementing and maintaining computer systems.

Christianacare Offers

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
• 403(b) with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Incredible Work/ Life benefits including annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!

Hourly Pay Range: $33.43 - $53.48

This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Jan 1, 2027

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/