Inpatient Coder - Health Information Management (HIM)

LifeBridge Health; United States; Remote; USD 31,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan with employer 2

Tuition reimbursement for advanced deg

Generous paid time off

Fitness discounts

Free on-site parking

Job summary

LifeBridge Health is seeking a Medical Coding Specialist for a 100% remote opportunity. The role involves coding inpatient records, abstracting data, and assigning ICD-10-CM/PCS codes while ensuring compliance with guidelines. Eligible remote states include DC, MD, PA, VA, and WV.

Required is an associate degree-equivalent education and strong knowledge of medical coding principles. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Formal working knowledge equivalent to an associate degree in a specialized field.
• Knowledge of medical coding principles, conventions, and guidelines.
• Ability to review medical records and assign diagnoses and procedures codes accurately.

Responsibilities

• Review and abstract medical records for inpatient services using coding guidelines.
• Identify documented diagnoses and procedures in medical records.
• Assign ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes to diagnoses and procedures.
• Group codes to determine DRGs (CMS-DRGs/APR-DRGs).
• Ensure coding and documentation comply with established standards.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

ICD-10-PCS coding

Medical coding guidelines

Education

Associate degree in medical coding

Job description

Medical Coding Specialist

100% remote opportunity. Eligible remote states: District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.

Key responsibilities:

• Following established coding conventions and guidelines, review, code, and abstract medical records for inpatient services.
• Review medical records to identify physician-documented diagnoses and procedures.
• Assign accurate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes to documented diagnoses and procedures.
• Group assigned codes to determine appropriate Diagnosis-Related Groups (DRGs), including CMS-DRGs and/or APR-DRGs.
• Ensure coding and documentation are accurate and compliant with established standards and guidelines.

Requirements:

• Formal working knowledge equivalent to an associate degree (two years of college) in a specialized field.
• Knowledge of medical coding principles, conventions, and guidelines.
• Ability to accurately review medical records and assign appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes.

Pay range:

$22.22 to $39.12 per hour. Base pay is determined by a variety of factors, including the market range, the candidate's qualifications and experience, and internal pay equity.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning the first of the month following hire, along with wellness programs and mental health support.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, pension, and life and disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees and specialty certifications.
• Generous paid time off, fitness discounts, and free on-site parking.

About the hospital:

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining healthcare delivery across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond. Anchored by its mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve," LifeBridge Health is committed to expanding access to care, enhancing patient experiences, and fostering a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and community-centered care.

With more than 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, LifeBridge Health combines strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care through five leading centers across Maryland.

LifeBridge Health embraces a culture of CARE BRAVELY, where compassion, courage, and urgency guide decision-making and empower employees to help shape the future of healthcare.

LifeBridge Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude individuals or treat them differently on the basis of these characteristics.