Inpatient Medical Coder

AdventHealth; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Orlando, FL seeks a skilled inpatient coder to assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes for acute care hospital records. You will ensure accurate DRG assignments, review documentation for MCC/CC opportunities, and support revenue cycle performance.

The role requires 2+ years inpatient coding experience or AdventHealth training, with CCS/RHIA/RHIT/CPC credentials. This full-time, on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and career growth avenues.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years inpatient acute care coding experience or completion of AdventHealth inpatient coding training.
• Certification: CCS, RHIA, RHIT or CPC required.

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes for inpatient records.
• Ensure accurate DRG assignment reflecting patient acuity and severity of illness.
• Review documentation to identify MCC/CC capture opportunities and coding accuracy.
• Maintain productivity and turnaround time standards to support DNFB reduction and revenue cycle performance.
• Apply coding guidelines, IPPS, CMS regulations and payer rules for compliant coding.
• Identify documentation gaps and collaborate with CDI for clarification when appropriate.
• Incorporate audit feedback into daily coding practice for consistency.
• Participate in quality reviews and respond to audits and performance improvements.
• Maintain current knowledge of coding updates, regulatory changes, and organizational standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

DRG assignment

Regulatory knowledge

CDI processes

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

601 E Rollins St

City:

Orlando

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32803

Job Description:

• Assigns ICD-10-CM/PCS codes for inpatient medical records based on clinical documentation
• Ensures accurate DRG assignment reflecting patient acuity and severity of illness
• Reviews documentation to identify MCC/CC capture opportunities and coding accuracy
• Maintains productivity and turnaround time standards to support DNFB reduction and revenue cycle performance
• Applies coding guidelines, regulatory requirements (IPPS, CMS) and payer rules to ensure compliant coding practices
• Identifies documentation gaps and collaborates with CDI for clarification when appropriate or as indicated by CDI/Coding workflows
• Incorporates audit feedback and education into daily coding practice to ensure consistency and continuous improvement
• Participates in quality reviews and responds to audit findings and performance improvement initiatives
• Maintains current knowledge of coding updates, regulatory changes, and organizational standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to interpret clinical documentation and its impact on coding and DRG assignment [Required]
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM coding, low acuity procedures, and inpatient reimbursement (IPPS) [Required]
• Understanding of CDI processes and documentation requirements [Required]
• Ability to identify coding and documentation risks [Required]
• Ability to write compliant queries [Required]
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills [Required]
• Effective communication and collaboration across clinical, CDI, and coding teams [Required]

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience:

• 2+ years acute care hospital inpatient coding or completion of the AdventHealth inpatient coding training [Required]

Additional Information:

• AdventHealth inpatient surgical coding training program completion may be considered in leu of work experience

Licenses and Certifications:

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) [Required] OR Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) [Required] OR Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) [Required] OR Certified Professional Coder (CPC) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements)

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/23km2677

Pay Range:

$24.14 - $44.90

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.