Inpatient Coder II - DRG Reviews & Revenue Support

Cullman Regional Medical Center, Inc.; Cullman (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cullman Regional Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a hospital coder to analyze medical records for diagnosis and procedure codes, and to perform medical record abstraction.

The role supports the revenue cycle and documentation improvement initiatives while upholding patient safety and service quality. The ideal candidate has completed a medical coding program and holds or is pursuing certifications such as CCA, CCS, RHIT, or RHIA, with at least one year of coding experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved medical coding program.
• Current coding certifications (CCA/CCS/RHIT/RHIA) or eligibility.
• Minimum 1 year of coding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze medical records to assign diagnosis codes per guidelines.
• Analyze records to assign procedure codes per guidelines.
• Perform medical record abstraction.
• Assist in hospital revenue cycle activities.
• Conduct concurrent DRG reviews and documentation improvement as needed.
• Promote patient safety and high-quality service; support teamwork.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong computer skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

Medical coding program completion

Certifications: CCA, CCS, RHIT, RHIA

Job description

Cullman Regional Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a hospital coder to analyze medical records for diagnosis and procedure codes, and to perform medical record abstraction.

The role supports the revenue cycle and documentation improvement initiatives while upholding patient safety and service quality. The ideal candidate has completed a medical coding program and holds or is pursuing certifications such as CCA, CCS, RHIT, or RHIA, with at least one year of coding experience.