Inpatient Coder (AHIMA Certified)

Virtual Vocations Inc; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtual Vocations Inc. is seeking a remote Inpatient Coder (AHIMA Certified) to manage coding and abstracting of clinical information from medical records for assigned facilities, while upholding productivity standards and supporting quality reviews and staff training.

The role requires 1–3 years of inpatient coding experience, strong proficiency in MS Office and EMR systems, and a solid technical foundation in coding practices. AHIMA credentials are preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of inpatient coding experience.
• Proficient in MS Office and electronic medical records.
• AHIMA credential (preferred).
• Strong technical background in coding practices.

Responsibilities

• Accurately code and abstract patient health documentation for assigned facilities.
• Review flagged cases for coding accuracy and assist in coding quality audits.
• Participate in coding education and maintain professional coding credentials.

Skills

Inpatient coding experience

MS Office proficiency

EMR proficiency

Coding concepts knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AHIMA credential (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

To ensure accurate coding and data integrity, the remote Inpatient Coder (AHIMA Certified) will manage the coding and abstracting of clinical information from medical records for assigned facilities, while maintaining productivity standards and assisting with quality reviews and training of new coders.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately code and abstract patient health documentation for assigned facilities
• Review flagged cases for coding accuracy and assist in coding quality audits
• Participate in coding education and maintain professional coding credentials

Required Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• 1-3 years of inpatient coding experience
• Proficient in MS Office suite and electronic medical records
• Successful completion of an AHIMA certified program with a relevant credential preferred
• Strong technical background in coding practices