Inpatient Coder III

MaineHealth; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Training and education assistance

Well-being resources

Job summary

MaineHealth in Scarborough, Maine is seeking an Inpatient Coder III responsible for assigning ICD10 codes after reviewing provider documentation. This role is crucial for data collection, research, and compliance.

Qualified candidates will possess a degree in Health Information Management and relevant certifications. At MaineHealth, employees enjoy a supportive workplace with benefits like paid parental leave, flexible work policies, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid certification such as RHIT, RHIA, RN, CIC, CCS, or CPC.
• One year of inpatient coding experience is required.
• Demonstrates competency in essential functions of the Inpatient Coder II role.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assign ICD10 diagnostic and procedural codes.
• Review provider documentation for thoroughness.
• Abstract demographic and clinical information for inpatient records.

Skills

Attention to detail

ICD10 coding

Documentation review

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management

Job description

MaineHealth Corporate

Professional - Nonclinical
Req #: 75901

Summary

The Inpatient Coder III role is responsible for identifying and accurately assigning ICD10 diagnostic and ICD10 procedural codes after thorough review of provider documentation; and abstracts demographic and clinical information for inpatient records for the purpose of data collection, reimbursement, research and compliance with state and federal regulations and other agencies utilizing established coding principles and protocols.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Associate’s Degree in Health Information Management and/or Bachelor’s Degree in Health Information Management, or other science-based degree such as nursing preferred.
2. License/Certifications: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Nurse (RN), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required.
3. Experience: One year of experience as an inpatient coder at an acute care or academic teaching facility required or successful completion of inpatient coding apprenticeship program. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of an Inpatient Coder II role.

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Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual’s needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well‑being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best‑in‑class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]