Inpatient Coder II

BJC HealthCare; St. Louis (MO); Remote; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health organization as an Inpatient Coder II, where your expertise in coding and compliance will play a vital role in patient care. This part-time position allows you to work remotely from various states, offering flexibility while contributing to a mission-driven organization. You'll be responsible for accurately coding inpatient encounters, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to maintain record integrity. With comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Matching

Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of inpatient coding experience required.
• Must have CCS, RHIA, or RHIT certification.

Responsibilities

• Accurately abstracts data elements as required.
• Stays current with coding conventions and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborates with leadership to ensure coding compliance.

Skills

Inpatient Coding

Data Abstraction

Regulatory Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

BJC is hiring for an Inpatient Coder II. Must have 2-5 years of inpatient coding experience. This is a part-time position.

Required certifications:

• CCS, RHIA, or RHIT

This position is open for remote work in the following states:

• Alabama, Iowa, North Carolina, Wisconsin
• Arkansas, Kansas, Ohio
• Florida, Kentucky, Oklahoma
• Georgia, Louisiana, South Carolina
• Illinois, Mississippi, Tennessee
• Indiana, Missouri, Texas

Overview

BJC HealthCare is one of the largest nonprofit health organizations in the U.S., serving the greater St. Louis, southern Illinois, and southeast Missouri regions. With net revenues of $6.3 billion and over 30,000 employees, BJC provides inpatient and outpatient care, primary care, community health, wellness programs, and more across 14 hospitals and various community health locations.

BJC is the leading provider of charity and unreimbursed care in Missouri, offering $785.9 million annually in community benefits, including $410.6 million in charity care and financial assistance, along with research, emergency preparedness, health literacy, and community outreach programs.

Patients benefit from the latest medical advances through partnerships with Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis Children’s Hospital, and Washington University School of Medicine, ranked among the top medical schools nationally.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose: The Inpatient Coder II assigns diagnosis and procedure codes for inpatient encounters, adhering to all regulatory guidelines, demonstrating knowledge of complex medical and coding concepts.

Responsibilities

1. Accurately abstracts data elements as required.
2. Stays current with coding conventions, regulatory guidelines, code updates, and BJC coding guidance.
3. Reviews and analyzes patient encounters for compliance; queries providers for clarification or additional information as needed.
4. Assigns codes accurately and timely; interprets provider documentation for appropriate DRG assignment.
5. Collaborates with leadership, colleagues, and other departments to ensure record integrity and coding compliance.

Minimum Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: 2-5 years

Supervisor Experience: None required

Licenses & Certifications: Certification or license in relevant area (CCS, RHIA, RHIT)

Preferred Requirements

Experience of 5-10 years in the field is preferred.

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, legal services, disability insurance, pension and 401(k) plans with matching, tuition assistance, and more. For details, visit www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits. Not all benefits apply to all roles.

This description provides a general overview of the role and is not exhaustive. BJC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.