Inpatient Coder

Affinity Executive Search; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 59,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinity Executive Search is seeking an experienced Inpatient Coder in Las Vegas, NV to lead the accurate coding of inpatient medical records and support revenue integrity in an acute-care setting.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years inpatient coding experience, be CCS/RHIA/RHIT certified, and possess expertise in ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, HCPCS, and MS-DRG workflows with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years inpatient coding experience in an acute-care hospital setting.
• CCS/RHIA/RHIT certification required.
• Strong knowledge of inpatient coding guidelines and reimbursement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Accurately code and abstract inpatient medical records while maintaining quality and productivity.
• Review documentation for completeness and coding accuracy; identify discrepancies and opportunities for improvement.
• Review coding-related denials and perform appropriate follow-up; run queries and prepare reports.
• Utilize 3M 360 or similar encoder/CAC systems and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Communicate issues and recommendations to stakeholders and work across departments.

Skills

ICD-10-CM/PCS

CPT/HCPCS

MS-DRG

EHR systems

Revenue cycle

Coding audits

Medical terminology

Confidentiality

Education

CCS

RHIA

RHIT

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

3M 360

Job description

Inpatient Coder

Salary: $59,000 - $90,000 per year

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Minimum Degree: High school diploma or equivalent.

Relocation Assistance: Not Available

Position Summary

FusionHCR is seeking an experienced Inpatient Coder responsible for the expert coding of inpatient medical records to support accurate reimbursement, clinical data integrity, research, utilization review, and regulatory reporting.

The Inpatient Coder will review and code complex inpatient medical records, identify coding opportunities, recommend improvements, monitor coding trends, and elevate discrepancies as appropriate. This position requires strong knowledge of inpatient coding guidelines, reimbursement methodologies, and acute-care hospital coding practices.

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of inpatient coding experience in an acute-care hospital setting

Required Certification

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Key Knowledge & Expertise

• ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-9-CM code sets.
• Medicare inpatient hospital and IPPS reimbursement regulations.
• MS-DRG classification and reimbursement methodology.
• Current inpatient coding guidelines and healthcare regulations.
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and healthcare technology.
• Revenue cycle workflows, including charges/charge master, code edits, auditing, denials management, and clinical documentation improvement.
• Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, disease processes, and surgical procedures.
• Applicable healthcare laws, regulations, patient confidentiality requirements, and hospital policies.

Skills & Responsibilities

• Accurately code and abstract inpatient medical records while meeting established quality and productivity standards.
• Review medical documentation for completeness, consistency, and coding accuracy.
• Identify coding discrepancies, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Review coding-related denials and perform appropriate follow-up.
• Perform data collection, manipulation, retrieval, and analysis.
• Run queries and prepare technical reports.
• Utilize 3M 360 or similar integrated encoder/computer-assisted coding systems.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patient and organizational information.
• Work independently while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effectively communicate coding issues, findings, and recommendations to appropriate stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships across departments.

This is an in person position located in Las Vegas, NV. No remote considered.