Inpatient Medical Coder (Medical Coder III) - Remote/Nationwide

Signature Performance; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Inpatient Medical Coder to support Military Treatment Facilities from the comfort of your home. This fully remote role offers the chance to leverage your coding expertise while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and professional growth opportunities. As a key player in this high-impact position, you will ensure accurate coding for inpatient services, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of military healthcare. If you have a passion for coding and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Fully Covered Individual insurances: Medical, dental, vision, life

Pre-Tax Savings Plan: 3% employer contribution

Supplemental Hospital & Accidental Insurance

Sick Leave AND Paid Time Off

Professional Growth: CEU credits & training opportunities

Coding Books Provided

Qualifications

• 5+ years of medical coding/auditing experience in 2+ specialties.
• At least 1 year of inpatient coding experience required.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assigns diagnosis and procedure codes for inpatient services.
• Ensures correct assignment of DRGs for inpatient stays.
• Researches and resolves coding edit failures as assigned.

Skills

ICD-CM coding expertise

CPT coding expertise

HCPCS coding expertise

Understanding of DRGs

Familiarity with EHR systems

Strong grasp of medical terminology

Education

RHIT or RHIA certification

AHIMA or AAPC certification

Tools

MHS GENESIS

3M Encompass 360

Joint Legacy Viewer (JLV)

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Inpatient Medical Coder (Medical Coder III)

#2282 | Posted 03/24/2025

United States

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Position Description

Our partner, Health Partner's Management Group, has an opportunity we just had to share with you! Support Military Hospitals While Working from Home!

Are you an experienced inpatient medical coder looking for a high-impact, fully remote opportunity? Our trusted partner, Health Partners Management Group, has limited FULLTIME REMOTE opportunities for experienced Inpatient coders to support Military Treatment Facilities/Hospitals throughout the Pacific Rim.

Position Overview:

• Title: Inpatient Medical Coder (Medical Coder III)


• Employment Type: Full-time (40 hours/week)


• Location: 100% Remote (Must reside & work in the U.S.)


• Start Date: July 1st (Offer must be accepted by April 28th)


• Compensation: $37/hour


• Schedule: 8-hour shifts

Perks & Benefits:

• Fully Covered Individual insurances: Medical, dental, vision, life


• Pre-Tax Savings Plan: 3% employer contribution


• Supplemental Hospital & Accidental Insurance: No cost to you


• Sick Leave AND Paid Time Off


• Professional Growth: CEU credits & training opportunities


• Coding Books Provided

What You'll Do:

• Accurately assigns diagnosis and procedure codes for inpatient facility and professional services to include, but not limited to; inpatient stays, surgical procedures, dental surgical procedures, anesthesia services, ancillary services, and inpatient external resource sharing agreement (ERSA) encounters IAW DHA accuracy, completeness, productivity, and timeliness standards IAW DoDI 6040.42.


• Ensures correct assignment of DRGs for inpatient stays.


• Code inpatient discharge records with correct and optimal DRG assignment, Relative Weighted Product (RWP) and Relative Value Units (RVUs)


• Performs necessary tasks within MHS GENESIS and other military coding systems (to include, but not limited to, 3M Encompass 360, Joint Legacy Viewer (JLV)) to complete encounters.


• May be tasked with assisting with ambulatory and outpatient coding.


• Researches and resolves coding edit failures as assigned.

Who We're Looking For:

Experience Requirements:

• RHIT or RHIA required (or 5 years of experience and a AHIMA or AAPC certification)


• 5+ years of medical coding/auditing experience in 2+ specialties OR 3+ years of experience in a Military Treatment Facility (MTF)


• At least 1 year of inpatient coding experience required.

Knowledge & Skills:

• ICD-CM, PCS, HCPCS, CPT coding expertise


• Understanding of DRGs, PPS, APCs, RBRVS


• Familiarity with EHR systems & military coding platforms


• Strong grasp of medical terminology, anatomy, & reimbursement guidelines


• 80% minimum score on coding assessment

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday

Compensation Range

$37/hour

Position Type

Full Time