Inpatient Coder - Hospital

Piedmont; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare is looking for a dedicated inpatient coder to review, analyze, and code hospital records, ensuring accurate ICD-9/ICD-10 coding for inpatient services. The role supports the transition to ICD-10 across facilities and requires relevant coding credentials and experience.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of coding experience, AHIMA credentialing, and knowledge of inpatient coding practices in a multi-facility setting.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED is required.
• Coding certificate program (AHIMA accredited) is preferred.
• 1 year of coding experience is required.
• Remote coding experience is preferred.
• One or more certifications - RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CCS-P, CPC, CIC, CPC-A, CPC-H are required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, analyzes, and codes documentation for hospital inpatient medical records to select and sequence ICD-9-CM diagnosis, ICD-9-CM procedure codes, ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS as applicable to the transition to ICD-10.
• Primary coding responsibility is Inpatient Coding.

Education

GED

AHIMA coding certificate

Job description

At Piedmont Healthcare, youll love a shared purpose, be motivated to be your best, and be recognized for your contributions. Piedmont Healthcare leaders are in your corner and invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards will meet your needs for today and help you plan for the future.

Responsibilities

Reviews, analyzes, and codes documentation for hospital inpatient medical records to select and sequence the appropriate ICD-9-CM diagnosis, ICD-9-CM procedure codes, ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS as applicable to the transition to ICD-10. Primary coding responsibility is Inpatient Coding. Qualifications:

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• Coding Certificate program (AHIMA accredited) Preferred

Work Experience

• 1 year of coding experience Required
• Experience in coding at a multi-facility organization and remote coding experience is Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• None Required

Additional Licenses And Certifications

• One or more certifications - RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CCS-P, CPC, CIC, CPC-A, CPC-H Required

Business Unit : Company Name: Piedmont Healthcare Corporate