Inpatient Coder

TEKsystems; Hartford (CT); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an expert-level inpatient coder to review and analyze medical records, applying ICD-10 codes for acute care services. This fully remote position requires extensive coding knowledge and CCS certification. Flexible schedules are available.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of Level 1 acute care inpatient coding experience.
• Must have active CCS certification.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze inpatient medical record documentation.
• Apply ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for reimbursement.
• Manage coding and IP edit work queues.

Skills

Coding

ICD-10

Acute Care Coding

Inpatient Coding

CCS

Education

CCS Certification

Tools

Epic

Encoder

Job description

*Description*

JOB SUMMARY
Under moderate supervision primarily responsible for the review and analysis of inpatient medical record documentation and based on official coding guidelines apply ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS diagnosis and procedure codes to render appropriate reimbursement and meet regulatory coding requirements for inpatient services rendered in an acute care hospital facility. Focus on Medical and Surgical encounters, and supporting the coding of Diagnostic Radiology, Orthopedic, Spine & Vascular encounters, and ability to work Inpatient Billing and CHIME Edits.

Responsibilities include:
Applies extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology, clinical disease processes, pharmacology, and diagnostic and procedural terminology to determine the appropriate assignment of diagnosis and procedure codes for all types of IP accounts.
Analyzes medical records using the Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS), interprets documentation and assigns proper International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Edition, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) diagnoses and ICD-10-Procedural Classification System (PCS) operative procedure codes utilizing designated software to included Computer Assisted Coding (CAC) and/or encoder, coding manuals and other reference material. * Reviews DRG assigned to each record. Enters coded/abstracted information into software, analyzes DRG groupings, and observes for appropriate DRG assignment.
Codes all types of cases including the most complex.
Adheres to all department coding procedures, policies, guidelines, and quality standards.
Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association/American Association of Procedural Coders and adheres to official coding guidelines.
Meets revenue cycle goals (Key Performance Indicators)
Manages the coding and IP edit work queues
Completes reviews of denials and combined accounts

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: 2-5 years of Level 1 acute care inpatient coding experience.
Licensure: CCS certification required.
Skills: Extensive knowledge of ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding conventions, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, federal regulations and policies pertaining to documentation and billing.
Solid understanding of CPT and HCPCS coding preferred.
Must be able to remain calm under pressure, this is a high-volume fast-paced position.

Details:
Remote- must be willing to work EST schedule.
Schedule: Monday - Friday | Flexible start times between 7:00am - 8:30am EST. (8-hour shift, 40 hours per week)

*Skills*

Coding, Icd-10, level 1 trauma, acute care coding, inpatient coding, ccs, epic, encoder

*Top Skills Details*

Coding,Icd-10,level 1 trauma,acute care coding,inpatient coding,ccs

*Additional Skills & Qualifications*

Inpatient Coding experience.
Must have active CCS

*Experience Level*

Expert Level
*Pay and Benefits*
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

* Medical, dental & vision
* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
* Short and long-term disability
* Health Spending Account (HSA)
* Transportation benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
*Workplace Type*
This is a fully remote position.
*Application Deadline*
This position is anticipated to close on May 26, 2025.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.