In-Patient Coder — CABG/Ortho/Meds, 3M Encoder HDM

TruBridge Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DaMar Staffing is seeking an In-Patient Coder to perform clinical coding and data entry for inpatient hospital visits, including CABG, orthopedics, and medical cases. The role utilizes 3M 360 Encoder HDM to streamline coding and billing and requires RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CPC/COC credentials and AHIMA or AAPC certification.

The coder will ensure accurate DRG assignment, compliance with HIPAA, and robust communication with clients and teammates.

Qualifications

• 2 year degree or equivalent experience.
• AHIMA or AAPC certification required.
• Experience coding CABG, Ortho, and Med cases required.
• Experience working with 3M 360 Encoder HDM required.
• Meets or exceeds Quality and Productivity standards.
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to act both independently, and as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient: Accurately assigns ICD-10-CM and PCS primary and secondary diagnoses and procedure codes based on documentation.
• Ability to create compliant physician queries.
• Accurately review claims for medical necessity.
• Update problem lists consistent with client contract.
• Correctly assign present on admission indicators.
• Provide excellent customer service to clients and teammates.
• Floats between multiple sites and coding specialties.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

AHIMA or AAPC certification

RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CPC/COC credentials

Tools

3M 360 Encoder HDM

Job description

DaMar Staffing is seeking an In-Patient Coder to perform clinical coding and data entry for inpatient hospital visits, including CABG, orthopedics, and medical cases. The role utilizes 3M 360 Encoder HDM to streamline coding and billing and requires RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CPC/COC credentials and AHIMA or AAPC certification.

The coder will ensure accurate DRG assignment, compliance with HIPAA, and robust communication with clients and teammates.