Inpatient Medical Coder — ICD-10 & DRG Specialist

1103 Team Member Services; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

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 an experienced inpatient coder to assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes based on clinical documentation and ensure accurate DRG assignments reflecting patient acuity. You will review records, identify MCC/CC opportunities, and support DNFB reduction.

The role requires strong analysis, knowledge of IPPS/CMS rules, and the ability to collaborate with CDI and coding teams. A CCS/RHIA/RHIT/CPC are preferred, with 2+ years of inpatient coding experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

ICD-10-CM/PCS coding

DRG assignment

Regulatory compliance

Documentation review

Query writing

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

CCS

RHIA

RHIT

CPC

Job description

AdventHealth in Orlando, FL seeks an experienced inpatient coder to assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes based on clinical documentation and ensure accurate DRG assignments reflecting patient acuity. You will review records, identify MCC/CC opportunities, and support DNFB reduction.

The role requires strong analysis, knowledge of IPPS/CMS rules, and the ability to collaborate with CDI and coding teams. A CCS/RHIA/RHIT/CPC are preferred, with 2+ years of inpatient coding experience.