Hospital Coder - Inpatient

Sanford Health; South Dakota; Remote; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Hospital Coder for remote work in South Dakota. The role involves reviewing clinical documentation and accurately coding diagnoses and procedures. Candidates must have relevant degrees and CCS certification. Join a supportive team with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Generous Time Off

Qualifications

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required.
• Previous hospital coding experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Reviews inpatient clinical documentation and assigns ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes.
• Maintains quality and productivity standards.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Health Information Technology

Bachelor's in Health Information Management

Job description

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Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family, dedicated to health and healing across our broad footprint.

Facility: Remote SD (Mountain Time)

Location: Remote, SD

Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $21.50 - $34.50

Job Summary

Reviews inpatient clinical documentation, procedural information, and diagnostic results to apply ICD-10-CM and PCS diagnostic and procedural codes used for billing, data reporting, research, compliance, and quality monitoring. Accurately assigns ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes to conditions and procedures documented within the electronic medical record, following official coding guidelines and regulations. Maintains quality and productivity standards, stays updated on coding principles, regulations, and payer requirements. Collaborates with providers and departments to standardize and improve coding, documentation, and quality reporting practices. Works with various software solutions, often in a home-based setting.

Qualifications

Associate degree in Health Information Technology (or eligible) or Bachelor's in Health Information Management; Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required. Previous hospital coding experience and software experience are desirable. Must be certified or eligible to take certification exams; failure to pass after multiple attempts may lead to employment evaluation or termination.

Benefits

Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k), work/life balance benefits, and generous time off. More info at sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Drug screening and background checks are required.

Additional Details

• Req Number: R-0223234
• Job Function: Revenue Cycle
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare