Inpatient Coder

TEKsystems; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services provider is seeking an Inpatient Medical Coder for a fully remote position. The role requires proficiency in EPIC EMR and 3M encoder systems, with responsibilities including coding clinical services, defending audits, and supporting various healthcare facilities. Candidates should possess skills in inpatient coding and have experience in academic hospitals and trauma cases. The position offers a pay range of $30 - $41 per hour, along with various benefits.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

PTO

Qualifications

• Experience in academic hospitals handling high acuity cases is required.
• Familiarity with trauma center designations is essential.
• Experience in rehabilitation and LTAC settings is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage work queues and apply appropriate codes.
• Defend audits with detailed justifications.
• Write queries for additional information from physicians.
• Review and question CDI queries to affect DRG coding.
• Utilize EPIC EMR and 3M encoder systems.
• Support regional and university facilities as needed.

Skills

CCS

DRG

PCS

Inpatient Coding

Epic

3M

Job description

Candidates must reside in one of the following states to be considered: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, or Wisconsin.

Candidates will be required to take and pass an IP coding assessment. Access to an encoder is necessary to complete the assessment.

Description

The Inpatient Medical Coder is responsible for accurately coding clinical services provided by physicians for insurance purposes, defending their audits, and writing queries to obtain additional information from physicians. This role requires proficiency in using EPIC Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and 3M encoder systems. Candidates must be adaptable to support various hospitals within regional and university facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Work Queue Management: Log in to work queues and apply appropriate codes to clinical services provided by physicians.
2. Audit Defense: Defend audits by providing detailed explanations and justifications for coding decisions.
3. Query Writing: Write queries to request additional information from physicians, which is then used to determine the best way to code clinical services for insurance purposes.
4. DRG and CDI Review: Review and question Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) queries, ensuring they do not affect Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) coding unless necessary.
5. System Proficiency: Utilize EPIC EMR and 3M encoder systems to perform coding tasks efficiently.
6. Facility Support: Support regional and university facilities as needed, supporting varying lengths of stay, typically 3-5 days.

Skills

CCS, DRG, PCS, Inpatient Coding, Epic, 3M

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in academic hospitals handling high acuity cases and trauma situations is required. Candidates should have experience in rehabilitation and long-term acute care (LTAC) settings, as well as inpatient audit experience. Trauma centers are classified into five levels, and the candidate should be familiar with these designations.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $41.00/hr. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, hospital coverage, 401(k), life insurance, disability, HSA, transportation benefits, employee assistance, and PTO. Eligibility depends on job classification and employment duration.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

Closing on August 29, 2025.

About TEKsystems:

TEKsystems helps clients activate ideas and solutions across North America, Europe, and Asia. As part of Allegis Group, we are a leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and application development, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity.