Inpatient Coding Specialist: Appeals & Denials

Baptist Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Full-time Inpatient Hospital Coder for the Appeals & Denials Department. The role involves assigning accurate diagnosis and procedure codes using ICD-10-CM/PCS while ensuring compliance with State and Federal regulations.

The ideal candidate should possess 3–5 years of coding experience in an acute care setting, with preferred certifications such as RHIT, RHIA, or CCS. The position is based at Metro Square in Jacksonville, Florida.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in an acute care setting.
• 3–5 years of coding knowledge.
• Candidate must reside in approved states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, etc.

Responsibilities

• Assign diagnosis and procedure codes for optimization.
• Verify and submit abstracted information to the billing system.
• Work on error reports and claim edits.
• Provide mentorship and support to colleagues.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and time management skills.

Skills

ICD-10-CM/PCS coding

CPT coding classification

Auditing and training skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Time management

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Job description

Baptist Health is seeking a Full-time Inpatient Hospital Coder for the Appeals & Denials Department. The role involves assigning accurate diagnosis and procedure codes using ICD-10-CM/PCS while ensuring compliance with State and Federal regulations.

The ideal candidate should possess 3–5 years of coding experience in an acute care setting, with preferred certifications such as RHIT, RHIA, or CCS. The position is based at Metro Square in Jacksonville, Florida.