Facility Coding Inpatient Complex Coder

Banner Health; Saint Paul (MN); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Inpatient Facility Complex Coder to join their dynamic team. This fully remote position offers flexibility and the opportunity to leverage your coding expertise in a supportive environment. As part of a talented Acute Care HIMS Coding Team, you will analyze medical records, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and contribute to high-quality patient care. With a focus on productivity and professional growth, this role is perfect for motivated individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. Join us and enjoy a rewarding career that fits your lifestyle!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of inpatient coding experience in an acute care setting.
• Active coding certification (CCS, COC, CPC, RHIT, RHIA, etc.) required.

Responsibilities

• Codes diagnoses and procedures using ICD CM and PCS.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and ethical coding practices.

Skills

ICD-10-PCS coding

Medical coding

Compliance with regulatory standards

Medical terminology

Analyzing medical information

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in healthcare

Tools

Standard office software

Coding software

Job description

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Facility Coding Inpatient Complex Coder

Apply remote type: Remote locations including Arizona, Hudson, Wisconsin, Wyoming, Washington. Full-time, posted yesterday. Job requisition ID: R4408508

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Work Shift: Day

Job Category: Revenue Cycle

Estimated Pay Range: $26.82 - $40.22 / hour, based on location, education, & experience.

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A rewarding career that fits your life. As an employer of the future, we are proud to offer our team members many career and lifestyle choices including remote work options. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – you belong at Banner Health.

We are seeking a motivated, experienced Inpatient Facility | Acute Care | Remote Medical Complex Coder, with CPC or CCS and/or RHIT or RHIA Certifications, to join our talented Acute Care HIMS Coding Team. Candidates should have experience coding all service lines including trauma, ICU, cardiac, transplant, orthopedics, high-risk OB, NICU, and more. Must have ICD-10-PCS coding experience, and ideally 3+ years in an acute care facility coding setting.

Banner Health uses accounts for specific patient types and specialties, combined with Case Mix Index and case financial data, to set productivity standards, which are more stringent than most national standards. Quality standards include a DRG accuracy rate of 95% or higher. Meeting Accounts Receivable goals supports Banner's financial objectives.

This is a fully remote position available in the following states: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WV, WA, WI, WY.

The hours are flexible, typically any 8-hour window between 7 am – 7 pm, with emphasis on productivity.

A Coding Assessment will be required within 48 hours after a successful interview. Banner Health provides your equipment. You will receive comprehensive support during initial training and throughout your career.

*This position is for facility-based inpatient coding. For outpatient or physician coding, please explore other available positions.

Position Summary

Provides coding and abstracting for mid-tiered complexity acute care services across Banner hospitals. Reviews medical records, codes diagnoses and procedures using ICD CM and PCS, and completes MS-DRG and APR-DRG assignments, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards and ethical coding practices.

Core Functions

1. Analyzes medical information and accurately codes diagnostic and procedural data, consulting with providers when necessary.
2. Abstracts clinical diagnoses, procedures, and pertinent information, ensuring complete and accurate records.
3. Ensures coding quality and compliance with all regulatory standards, addressing complex matters independently.
4. May mentor less experienced staff.
5. Works under general supervision, applying specialized expertise within defined rules.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED, with specialized training in medical record keeping, anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology, or an Associate’s degree in a healthcare field. Must hold active coding certification (CCS, COC, CPC, RHIT, RHIA, etc.) and have at least 3 years of inpatient coding experience in an acute care setting. Knowledge of ICD CM and PCS coding principles is required. Ability to work effectively remotely using standard office and coding software.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree or equivalent experience; prior experience in large multi-system healthcare organizations; additional related education or experience is a plus.

Closing Date: 2025-08-29

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