Inpatient Coding Specialist II: Precise & Impactful

MedStar Health; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking an Inpatient Coding Specialist II to analyze clinical documentation and assign accurate inpatient codes using ICD-10-CM/PCS. The role requires evaluating diagnoses and procedures, querying physicians when needed, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

The position emphasizes continuing education, credential maintenance, and participation in quality and service improvement teams, with a focus on accurate DRG determinations across MedStar facilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in coding related field preferred.
• Courses in Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology ICD-10-CM/PCS required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret clinical documentation to assign correct inpatient codes.
• Abstract diagnoses, procedures, demographics and other data elements for accuracy.
• Query physicians when information is conflicting or ambiguous.
• Maintain compliance with regulations and ongoing education.
• Ensure accuracy and timely completion of quality reviews and DRG assignments.
• Participate in meetings and multi-disciplinary quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Basic computer skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in coding related field

Bachelor's degree in coding related field

Courses in Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, ICD-10-CM/PCS

Tools

Solventum System

Electronic medical records

Coding software

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking an Inpatient Coding Specialist II to analyze clinical documentation and assign accurate inpatient codes using ICD-10-CM/PCS. The role requires evaluating diagnoses and procedures, querying physicians when needed, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

The position emphasizes continuing education, credential maintenance, and participation in quality and service improvement teams, with a focus on accurate DRG determinations across MedStar facilities.