Inpatient Coder

TEKsystems; United States; Remote; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

TEKsystems in the United States is seeking multiple REMOTE Medical Coders for a massive backlog project. Candidates must sit in the US and have at least 2 years of Medical Coding experience (profee, Inpatient DRG, or outpatient).

The contract role is remote with a 40-hour work week on first shift. You will review emergency department records to assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, and modifiers, and accurately determine E/M levels using ACEP guidelines.

Qualifications

• Review emergency department records to assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, and modifiers.
• Accurately assign facility E/M levels per ACEP guidelines and charging methodologies.
• Analyze documentation to ensure complete code assignment and charge capture.
• Maintain compliance with CMS, NCCI edits, and payer-specific requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review emergency department medical records to assign accurate ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, and applicable modifiers.
• Accurately assign E/M levels in accordance with client-specific ED leveling guidelines and ACEP tool.
• Analyze documentation from nursing staff, physicians, and diagnostics to ensure complete coding and charge capture.
• Apply official coding guidelines, CMS regulations, NCCI edits, and payer requirements.
• Review accounts for appropriate assignment of procedural services.
• Identify documentation deficiencies and communicate for clarification.
• Maintain compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payer policies.
• Participate in coding quality reviews, audits, and process improvements.

Skills

Medical Coding

ICD-10-CM

CPT/HCPCS

EM Coding

Epic

Job description

Hiring multiple REMOTE Medical Coders for a massive backlog project! (Must sit in the US)

Must haves

• Must have at least 2 years of Medical Coding experience (profee, Inpatient DRG, outpatient facility or outpatient ED)
• Must have experience handling up to 100 charts/day
• Must sit in the US

Pay

$25-$30/HR, depending on experience level

Schedule

M-F first shift (40 hours/week)

Description

Review emergency department medical records to assign accurate ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, and applicable modifiers.

Accurately assign facility Evaluation and Management (E/M) levels in accordance with client-specific emergency department leveling guidelines and facility charging methodologies, including knowledge of the ACEP tool.

Analyze documentation from nursing staff, physicians, ancillary departments, and diagnostic services to ensure complete code assignment and charge capture.

Apply official coding guidelines, CMS regulations, National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits, and payer-specific requirements.

Review accounts for appropriate assignment of procedural services and injections/infusions when applicable.

Identify documentation deficiencies and communicate within the appropriate channels regarding coding clarification needs.

Maintain compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, commercial payer, and organizational coding policies.

Participate in coding quality reviews, audits, educational initiatives, and process improvement activities.

Remain current on coding updates, reimbursement changes, and regulatory requirements affecting emergency department facility coding.

Collaborate with coding leadership, auditors, and client representatives to resolve coding-related issues.

Skills

Coding, Icd-10, Epic, emergency department, cpt code, hcpcs coding, icd 10

Top Skills Details

Coding,Icd-10

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Review emergency department medical records to assign accurate ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, and applicable modifiers.

Accurately assign facility Evaluation and Management (E/M) levels in accordance with client-specific emergency department leveling guidelines and facility charging methodologies, including knowledge of the ACEP tool.

Analyze documentation from nursing staff, physicians, ancillary departments, and diagnostic services to ensure complete code assignment and charge capture.

Apply official coding guidelines, CMS regulations, National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits, and payer-specific requirements.

Review accounts for appropriate assignment of procedural services and injections/infusions when applicable.

Identify documentation deficiencies and communicate within the appropriate channels regarding coding clarification needs.

Maintain compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, commercial payer, and organizational coding policies.

Participate in coding quality reviews, audits, educational initiatives, and process improvement activities.

Remain current on coding updates, reimbursement changes, and regulatory requirements affecting emergency department facility coding.

Collaborate with coding leadership, auditors, and client representatives to resolve coding-related issues.

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

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

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were 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. Were 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. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.