Inpatient Coding Specialist — Day Shift (Coder III)

DaMar Staffing; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DHR Health in McAllen, TX seeks an Inpatient Coder to review medical records for accurate ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding. You will finalize coding, support CDS and staff, and ensure DRG accuracy and proper reimbursement.

The ideal candidate has hospital coding experience, knowledge of HIPAA, and is familiar with 3M coding references. This is a full-time day shift position with adherence to AHIMA standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in medical coding (MS/APR DRG's, ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS)
• Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and pharmacology
• Understanding of HIPAA laws and ethics in health insurance and medical billing
• Ability to reason and exercise independent judgment
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• CE hours must be completed annually as per certification requirements
• Professional coding and billing experience is a plus
• Familiarity with 3M coding references and 3M coding software is preferred

Responsibilities

• Accurately codes all inpatient diagnoses and procedures per ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS conventions.
• Ensure 95% chart accuracy and maintain coding quality standards.
• Assist CDS and medical staff to improve clinical documentation.
• Sequence diagnoses and procedures per official guidelines.
• Abstract and compile data for optimal hospital/professional reimbursement.
• Resolve inpatient billing edits and adhere to AHIMA ethical coding standards.
• Query physicians for clarification when information is ambiguous or incomplete.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and health information policies.
• Mentor junior staff and participate in peer review and internal audits.

Skills

Reasoning ability

Independent judgment

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

HIPAA knowledge

Education

RHIA RHIT CCS CIC

Tools

3M CRS software

Job description

DHR Health in McAllen, TX seeks an Inpatient Coder to review medical records for accurate ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding. You will finalize coding, support CDS and staff, and ensure DRG accuracy and proper reimbursement.

The ideal candidate has hospital coding experience, knowledge of HIPAA, and is familiar with 3M coding references. This is a full-time day shift position with adherence to AHIMA standards.