Hospital Coder-Inpatient

Albany Medical Center; City of Albany (NY); Remote; USD 55,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Inpatient Coding Specialist to join their remote team. This role requires expertise in ICD-10 coding, ensuring accuracy and compliance in healthcare data reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to ongoing education and possess relevant coding credentials. With a focus on quality and productivity, this position supports critical healthcare functions while maintaining patient confidentiality. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your skills and offers a supportive remote work environment, equipped with the necessary tools for success.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a secure remote work environment compliant with HIPAA.
• Experience with coding guidelines and methodologies is essential.

Responsibilities

• Apply ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes to inpatient records.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance in healthcare data reporting.

Skills

AHIMA or AAPC coding credential

ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines

Querying providers for clarification

Advanced coding knowledge

MS-DRG and NY-APR methodologies

Tools

3M 360

EPIC

Hospital encoders

Job description

Department/Unit:

Health Information Services

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Salary Range:

$55,895.80 - $83,843.71

We are looking for an Inpatient Coding Specialist with the following qualifications:

• AHIMA or AAPC coding credential
• Experience in selecting applicable Diagnoses and Procedures, following ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines
• Ability to query providers for clarification on health record documentation
• Advanced coding knowledge and commitment to continuing education
• Strong understanding of MS-DRG and NY-APR methodologies

This position is fully remote with equipment provided. Applicants must maintain a secure remote work environment compliant with HIPAA and hospital privacy policies. Experience with 3M 360, EPIC, and hospital encoders is preferred.

Applicants must score 80% or above on the assessment. We will consider new coders with higher scores.

The Hospital Medical Coder is responsible for applying ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes to inpatient records, sequencing diagnoses and procedures according to official guidelines and regulations. They support healthcare data reporting for reimbursement, quality, safety, and research purposes, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Maintaining coding quality and productivity standards is essential.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!

Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may involve access to sensitive information, including HIPAA Protected Health Information. Workforce members must ensure access is limited to 'need to know' and use information responsibly, protecting it from unauthorized access and modification in accordance with policies.