Inpatient Coder Analyst: ICD-10 & CDI Collaboration

DaMar Staffing; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Solution Group is seeking a Coder Analyst - Inpatient for a non-profit healthcare system in Buffalo, NY. This role codes acute inpatient records including SNF and rehab, ensuring accurate reimbursement, regulatory compliance, and quality reporting.

The ideal candidate will review complex documentation, assign ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT codes, and collaborate with CDI teams to improve documentation quality. A HIM/HIT degree and coding credentials are preferred, with ongoing education emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management (HIM) or Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Health Information Technology (HIT) preferred.
• RHIA or RHIT credential preferred.
• Candidates enrolled in HIT/HIM programs with coding coursework considered.
• Successful completion of coding assessment required.
• Certification within one year of hire or graduation required.

Responsibilities

• Review and assign accurate ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT codes for acute inpatient, SNF, and rehab records.
• Code ambulatory, ED, urgent care, interventional radiology, and same-day surgery records as needed.
• Analyze complete medical records to ensure accurate code assignment for reimbursement, quality reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Query physicians for clarification when documentation is incomplete or lacks specificity.
• Collaborate with CDI team to improve documentation quality and coding accuracy.
• Generate reports and meet productivity and quality benchmarks.
• Stay current with coding updates, regulations, and best practices.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Organization

Time management

EHR proficiency

Detail-oriented

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in HIM

RHIA/RHIT preferred

Coding coursework

Certification within 1 year

Tools

EHR systems

Coding software

MS Office

Job description

Search Solution Group is seeking a Coder Analyst - Inpatient for a non-profit healthcare system in Buffalo, NY. This role codes acute inpatient records including SNF and rehab, ensuring accurate reimbursement, regulatory compliance, and quality reporting.

The ideal candidate will review complex documentation, assign ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT codes, and collaborate with CDI teams to improve documentation quality. A HIM/HIT degree and coding credentials are preferred, with ongoing education emphasized.