Inpatient Coding Specialist III: MS-DRG & CPT Expert

Savista, LLC; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

Savista, LLC is hiring a Coding Specialist III to code inpatient hospital-based claims, validate MS-DRG/APC assignments, and abstract data with high accuracy. You will review documentation and assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes for inpatient and physician visits, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of coding conventions.

The role requires an AHIMA or AAPC credential and at least 1 year of recent inpatient coding experience, plus passing scores on pre-employment tests.

Qualifications

• Active AHIMA or AAPC credential.
• One year of relevant inpatient coding experience (last 12 months).
• Pass score of 80% on pre-employment tests.

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD-10-CM and PCS codes for inpatient visits.
• Validate MS-DRG and APC assignments as applicable.
• Abstract clinical data and ensure coding accuracy.
• Collaborate with client staff and Savista teams.
• Maintain current knowledge of coding conventions.

Skills

Medical coding

Inpatient coding

Education

AHIMA/AAPC credential

Job description

Savista, LLC is hiring a Coding Specialist III to code inpatient hospital-based claims, validate MS-DRG/APC assignments, and abstract data with high accuracy. You will review documentation and assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes for inpatient and physician visits, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of coding conventions.

The role requires an AHIMA or AAPC credential and at least 1 year of recent inpatient coding experience, plus passing scores on pre-employment tests.