Inpatient Coder

Brooks Rehabilitation; Jacksonville (FL); Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Inpatient Medical Coder II to ensure accurate coding of medical records. This remote role requires collaboration with various stakeholders to maintain high coding standards and documentation accuracy. Ideal candidates will have significant coding experience and a strong understanding of coding regulations. Enjoy competitive pay and a range of employee benefits while contributing to a culture of excellence.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Vacation/Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Education and Professional Development Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of coding experience as a certified medical coder.
• Inpatient Rehabilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews medical records to apply ICD-10-CM codes accurately.
• Maintains coding accuracy of 95% or above for assigned codes.
• Communicates with staff to facilitate complete documentation.

Skills

ICD-10-CM

Coding Accuracy

Documentation Improvement

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

The Inpatient Medical Coder II is responsible for coding and applying ICD-10-CM and PCS codes as applicable to code medical records for Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital. Reviews data from the medical record to determine or confirm codes. Performs analysis of physician documentation and provides feedback for improvement. Collaborates with internal and external resources to obtain additional documentation to support the services provided, documentation, and codes billed.

Responsibilities:

1. Reviews medical records to correctly apply and/or validate ICD-10-CM IRF-PAI codes.
2. Supports timely, accurate, and complete documentation of clinical information, facilitating modifications to clinical documentation to support services rendered and reimbursement received.
3. Maintains knowledge of coding rules and regulations by staying current on issues regarding medical coding, compliance, and reimbursement.
4. Accurately assigns the IGC, etiologic diagnosis, and principal diagnosis for the UB04 and all applicable comorbidities, complications, and procedure codes.
5. Maintains coding accuracy of 95% or above for assigned codes.
6. Completes coding and data entry within four days of receipt, following standard coding protocols for diagnosis and procedure assignment.
7. Seeks clarification for missing or inadequate information needed for accurate code assignment from appropriate resources.
8. Maintains individual productivity standards with minimal supervision.
9. Examines records timely, reviewing principal and secondary diagnoses and procedures.
10. Identifies records with opportunities for improved documentation.
11. Communicates with designated staff directly or through queries to facilitate complete and accurate documentation.
12. Provides feedback on current coding practices and regulatory changes to improve final code accuracy.
13. Assists in maintaining accounts receivable at minimal levels by accurately assessing and correcting issues regarding medical necessity, claims denials, bundling issues, and charge capture.
14. Efficiently uses available reference and coding tools and third-party payer resources for research, maintaining knowledge, and providing feedback to the department.

Qualifications:

1. Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required.
2. A minimum of 5 years of coding experience as a certified medical coder.
3. Inpatient Rehabilitation experience preferred but not required.

This is a Remote position. Must reside in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, or North Carolina.

Compensation: Experience, education, and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Thriving in a culture you can be proud of, you will also receive many employee benefits such as:

• Competitive Pay
• Vacation/Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Discounts
• Education and Professional Development Programs

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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