Hospital Based Inpatient Coder III - HIM - FT - Days - MSS - Remote Eligible

Memorial Healthcare System; Miramar (FL); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Hospital Based Inpatient Coder III to join their team. This role involves utilizing electronic medical records and encoder software to accurately assign and sequence diagnosis and procedure codes for inpatient encounters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in inpatient coding, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining coding quality and productivity standards. This position offers the opportunity to work primarily in an office setting while contributing to the healthcare field. If you are passionate about coding and eager to make a difference in patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of inpatient coding experience or completion of MHS coder intern program.
• Proficient in electronic medical records and coding standards.

Responsibilities

• Review inpatient coding work queues and medical records for accuracy.
• Assign diagnosis and procedure codes, ensuring compliance with guidelines.

Skills

Inpatient Coding

Electronic Medical Records

Encoder Software

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certified Coding Associate (CCA)

RHIT, RHIA, or CCS (preferred)

Tools

Encoder Software

Computer Skills

Job description

Hospital Based Inpatient Coder III - HIM - FT - Days - MSS - Remote Eligible

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Location: Miramar, Florida

Summary

Utilizing electronic medical records and encoder software, assigns and sequences diagnosis and procedure codes for inpatient encounters based on documentation, following official guidelines, regulations, and policies.

Responsibilities

1. Review inpatient coding work queues daily for edits and corrections.
2. Review medical records to assign diagnosis and procedure codes, including MS-DRGs and APR-DRGs.
3. Formulate physician queries for validation and clarification.
4. Attend educational meetings to maintain certification.
5. Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to standards.
6. Meet coding quality and productivity standards, submitting daily reports.
7. Review and validate ADT data fields.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Certified Coding Associate (CCA) from AHIMA.
• Minimum 3 years inpatient coding experience or graduate of MHS coder intern program.
• Proficient in computer skills, encoder, and electronic medical records.
• Certifications: RHIT, RHIA, or CCS preferred.

Working Conditions

Primarily office work, with physical requirements including keyboarding, sitting, standing, and reaching.

Additional Information

Includes details on shift, physical demands, and equal opportunity employment policies.