Inpatient Coding Specialist I — Remote Eligible

BJC HealthCare; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan options

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

BJC HealthCare in the United States is hiring an Inpatient Coder I for an entry-level role focused on diagnosing and procedure coding for inpatient encounters, following regulatory guidelines. Responsibilities include data abstraction, coding accuracy, querying providers when needed, and ensuring DRG assignments align with documentation.

The role supports collaboration with CDI and HIM teams. Certifications CCS, CCA, RHIA or RHIT are preferred; remote eligible in many states and a high school

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• No experience required.
• Certifications CCS or CCA or RHIA or RHIT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately abstracts data elements as required.
• Stays current of all changes in coding conventions, regulatory guidelines, code updates and BJC coding guidance.
• Thoroughly reviews and analyzes patient encounters for compliant coding.
• Queries provider for clarification or additional information as required.
• Accurately assigns codes in a timely manner.
• Interprets, assesses and evaluates provider documentation for appropriate DRG assignment.
• Effectively collaborates with leadership, colleagues and customers (CDI, HIM Operations, and other departments) as appropriate to ensure the integrity of the medical record and coding compliance.

Job description

BJC HealthCare in the United States is hiring an Inpatient Coder I for an entry-level role focused on diagnosing and procedure coding for inpatient encounters, following regulatory guidelines. Responsibilities include data abstraction, coding accuracy, querying providers when needed, and ensuring DRG assignments align with documentation.

The role supports collaboration with CDI and HIM teams. Certifications CCS, CCA, RHIA or RHIT are preferred; remote eligible in many states and a high school