Inpatient Coder

Emory Healthcare; Alpharetta (GA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits starting day 1

Remote work option

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in the United States is seeking a Hospital Inpatient Coder III to apply ICD-9/ICD-10 coding with accuracy for inpatient encounters. The role collaborates with physicians, quality teams, and finance to ensure precise data and DRG assignments.

The position supports remote work nationwide (eligible in states allowed) with comprehensive benefits and ongoing mentorship. Strong knowledge of MS-DRGs, anatomy, physiology and medical terminology is essential, as is a minimum of five

Qualifications

• 5 years inpatient and outpatient coding experience in an acute care environment.
• Extensive knowledge of MS-DRGs and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD-9/ICD-10 codes for inpatient encounters to highest accuracy.
• Collaborate with physicians and clinical documentation improvement staff.
• Ensure DRG accuracy and data extraction into HIM systems for reporting.

Skills

Clinical coding

MS-DRGs knowledge

Anatomy & physiology

Medical terminology

ICD-10 coding

Education

High School diploma

Tools

HIM abstracting system

Job description

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We provide

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs
• And more

Location

Remote

This position is remote; however, applicants must be physically located and authorized to work in one of the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin

Job Description

The Hospital Inpatient Coder III uses clinical coding knowledge based on the Official Coding Conventions guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic, to assign ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 codes to the highest level of accuracy for each inpatient encounter. Works closely with physicians, clinical documentation improvement specialist, quality, and patient finance staff. Plays a key role in billing, research, internal and external reporting, and regulatory compliance. Ensures accuracy of DRGs and appropriate extraction of core data into HIM abstracting system to data warehouse repository. Facilitates accurate data for patient acuity, severity of illness, and quality outcomes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent. 5 years inpatient and outpatient coding experience in an acute care environment. Must complete coding proficiency evaluation. Extensive knowledge and understanding of MS-DRGs, disease process, clinical pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs, 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting ; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation ; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.