*Inpatient Complex Coder/Full Time/Remote

Henry Ford Health; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Troy, MI, is seeking a Medical Coder to review and code medical records for reimbursement and research purposes. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Medical Record Sciences or relevant certification, along with at least two years of coding experience. Strong knowledge of anatomy, medical terminology, and coding systems is required. This role ensures compliance with established guidelines and supports patient care evaluation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years coding experience required.
• Certification as RHIA, RHIT, or CCS is required.
• Thorough knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze medical records for coding.
• Ensure compliance with coding guidelines and reimbursement policies.
• Support patient database compilation for research and evaluation.

Skills

Knowledge of anatomy

Knowledge of medical terminology

Coding experience

Education

Degree in Medical Record Sciences or related certification

Job description

General Summary

Using established coding principles and procedures reviews, analyzes and codes diagnostic and/or procedural information from the patient's medical record for reimbursement/billing purposes. Accurately abstracts information from the medical record for compilation of a patient database, which supports medical research projects, patient care evaluation and administrative decision making related to patient care. The coding function is considered a primary source for data and information used in health care today, and promotes provider/patient continuity, accurate database information, and the ability to optimize reimbursement. The coding function also ensures compliance with established coding guidelines, third party reimbursement policies, regulations, and accreditation guidelines.

Education/Experience Required

• Degree in Medical Record Sciences preferred but not required or successful completion of a certification program with certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Administrator (RHIA), CCS Certified Coding Specialist or RHIT, RHIA certification eligibility. (If RHIT, RHIA or CCS eligible, certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment and a signed statement attesting to this agreement must be obtained upon hire)
• Minimum of two (2) years coding experience required, with additional experience preferred.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, disease processes, medical terminology, pharmacology, and coding systems.

Certifications/Licenses Required

• RHIA, RHIT or CCS certification

Additional Information

• Organization: Corporate Services
• Department: Inpatient Coding
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable