Inpatient Coding Specialist - Accurate ICD-10/PCS Coding

Houston Methodist; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking an Inpatient Coder to assign accurate ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS codes for inpatient encounters based on documentation in the electronic medical record, while ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines. The role requires RHIT/RHIA/CCS credentials and experience with DRG/APC coding and encoder tools.

The coder will interact with physicians and staff, perform queries, and contribute to high-quality data abstraction.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of coding classification systems, DRG and APC systems, official coding guidelines and coding compliance.
• Proficiency with electronic encoder application and medical terminology.
• Strong communication and customer service orientation with patients, physicians and staff.

Responsibilities

• Code inpatient encounters accurately based on documentation in the EHR.
• ConfirmDiagnoses and procedures using physician query process when needed.
• Maintain data integrity in encoder/EHR systems and ensure adherence to AHIMA standards.

Skills

Coding knowledge

DRG/APC systems

AHIMA guidelines

EMR experience

English proficiency

Communication skills

Medical terminology

Encoder proficiency

Office software

Education

CAHIIM Accredited Program

Associate’s degree or higher alternative experience

Tools

Electronic encoder application

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking an Inpatient Coder to assign accurate ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS codes for inpatient encounters based on documentation in the electronic medical record, while ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines. The role requires RHIT/RHIA/CCS credentials and experience with DRG/APC coding and encoder tools.

The coder will interact with physicians and staff, perform queries, and contribute to high-quality data abstraction.