Inpatient Coding Specialist

Southeast Hospital; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an Inpatient Coding Specialist for a remote opportunity. You will review and analyze documentation in the medical record to assign diagnoses and procedures according to AHIMA standards and official coding guidelines.

You must have a high school diploma and 3 years of ICD-10-CM and HCPCS/CPT coding experience in acute care or professional services, with RHIT/RHIA/CCS/CPC/CIRCC or eligibility within 6 months.

Qualifications

• 3 years of ICD-10-CM and HCPCS/CPT coding experience in inpatient or professional services.
• Working knowledge of MS-DRGs, APCs, MPFS/RVUs, POA and HACs.
• RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CPC, CIRCC or eligible to sit for certification within 6 months.
• Proficiency with ICD-10-CM and CPT/HCPCS coding guidelines; encoder/EPIC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze documentation in the medical record to assign diagnoses and procedures.
• Ensure codes align with AHIMA standards and official coding guidelines.
• Collaborate with clinicians and revenue cycle teams to ensure accurate coding.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

HCPCS/CPT coding

MS-DRG/APC knowledge

POA/HACs knowledge

Remote work experience

Education

High school diploma

AS Health Information Technology

BS Health Information Management

Job description

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy! The coder is responsible for reviewing and analyzing documentation present in the medical record for inpatient, outpatient and/or professional services to assign diagnoses/procedure codes as described by the physician(s) of record. Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association and adheres to official coding guidelines.

• Chesterfield, Missouri
• Support Services
• Other Professional Non-Clinical
• Regular
• Full-time
• Remote
• JR269457

Position Details

Mercy - Remote Opportunity

Inpatient Coding Specialist

Shift: Full-time, Days

Required Education

High school diploma

Preferred Education

A.S. from an accredited Health Information Technology program or B.S. from an accredited Health Information Management program.

Required Experience

3 years coding experience in ICD-10-CM diagnoses/procedure coding and HCPCS/CPT procedure coding in the acute care inpatient/outpatient hospital or professional services setting.

Certifications

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder (CIRCC) or completed within 6 months of employment.

Required Other

Working knowledge and high level of experience with the ICD-10-CM and/or CPT/HCPCS coding classification systems, MS-DRG's, APC's, MPFS/RVU's, POA's, and HAC's; dependent upon whether an IP, OP, or Professional Services Coder.

Preferred Other

Working knowledge of the 3M encoder and Epic preferred.

The physical demands described here are the representative of the minimums that must be met by an employee to perform all essential functions of the job. Most physical demands are: Repetitive motion involves approximately 25% keyboard and 75% mouse for data entry.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits — including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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