Inpatient Medical Coder

Decypher; Ohio; Remote; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Medical Coder, where your expertise in coding can truly shine. This role offers the chance to support the Defense Health Agency in a fully remote position, ensuring high standards of accuracy and productivity. With a commitment to professional growth, you will be part of a dynamic team that values your skills and dedication. Enjoy a supportive environment with flexible schedules and competitive pay, while contributing to meaningful healthcare solutions. If you're passionate about coding and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

11 paid Federal Holidays

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

New laptop computer system

Flexible work schedules

Online coding clinics

Qualifications

• 1+ year of medical coding experience required.
• Certifications through AAPC or AHIMA are essential.

Responsibilities

• Review documentation for inconsistencies affecting coding accuracy.
• Assign medical codes accurately for various patient encounters.

Skills

Medical Coding

Documentation Review

Code Assignment

Productivity Standards

Education

Associate's degree in Health Information Management

University certificate in medical coding

Tools

MHS Genesis

Job description

Decypher is a leading integrator of professional, technology, and management solutions and services. We provide our services globally to Federal, Commercial, Local and State clients. Our employees are our most valuable asset and play an integral role in the success of Decypher and our clients. Working at Decypher is not a job, but a career where your talent and energy is respected, and you can personally make a difference. Decypher invites you to join our professional team.

Description

Are you a certified coding professional with at least 1 year of coding experience? Do you have experience with medical coding for the Department of Defense (DoD) or desire to provide medical coding for the DoD?

We are looking for Full-time IP Medical Coders to join us in our mission supporting the Defense Health Agency (DHA). This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a supportive and dynamic environment where your skills and passion can truly shine. If you are enthusiastic about continuously enhancing your coding skills and demonstrate unwavering dedication to achieving excellence together, you may be the perfect fit for our team.

Highly Competitive Pay and Benefits:

• Hourly base rate PLUS Health & Welfare


• 11 paid Federal Holidays


• Paid Vacation and Sick Time


• New laptop computer system and 27" monitor provided


• Online coding clinics


• Flexible work schedules


• 100% Remote positions

Specifics of Position:

Medical Coder III: Inpatient facility coding - Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Group (MS-DRG)

Essential Job Duties

• Documentation Review - Identify and resolve inconsistencies, ambiguities, or discrepancies that may lead to inaccurate coding or affect quality patient care.


• Code Assignment - Accurately assign Evaluation and Management (E&M) codes, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS); includes utilization of modifiers and units of service, and International Classification of Diseases, Clinical Modification (ICD-CM) diagnoses codes based on medical record documentation for outpatient encounters; inpatient includes ICD-10 Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS)


• System Utilization - Utilize the Military Health System (MHS) Genesis systems to remotely access patient records and assign codes for patient encounters.


• Productivity and Standards - Achieve and maintain hourly coding productivity and 97% accuracy standards for the position.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or other management as required.

Education - If you believe you have the skills and experience to shine in this role, we encourage you to reach out and discuss your qualifications with us. We value diverse backgrounds and recognize that not all candidates may meet the traditional educational requirements.

• Associate's degree or higher in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or a biological science OR


• University certificate in medical coding OR


• Completion of a medical training program beyond apprentice level (e.g., medical technicians, hospital corpsmen, medical service specialists, or hospital training) offered by the Armed Forces or U.S. Maritime Service under professional medical supervision

Certifications -

• ONE or more of the following certifications through AAPC or AHIMA

Required Institutional Coding Certifications

• American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC): Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)


• American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA): Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Experience

• 1 year of medical coding (Required)


• DoD or Veterans Administration medical coding experience (Preferred)


• MHS Genesis medical coding (Preferred)

We recognize the importance of professional growth and encourage our team members to pursue multiple certifications that enhance their skills and value.

If you have relevant certifications and hands-on experience, we would love to hear from you!

At Decypher we believe that equal opportunity fuels innovation by using the strengths of individual differences. Therefore, we strive to provide a welcoming and inclusive work environment. Decypher is fully committed to a program of equal opportunity for all applicants and employees and will actively carry out all federal and state regulations and executive orders. We apply our equal opportunity policy to all employment decisions.