Medical Coder

CornerStone Professional Placement; Sherman (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

CornerStone Staffing is seeking an Inpatient Medical Coder in Sherman, TX. The role focuses on translating clinical documentation into ICD-10-CM/PCS codes to support accurate MS-DRG assignments and compliant revenue cycle operations.

The position requires 2+ years of acute care inpatient coding experience, strong knowledge of coding guidelines, and EHR proficiency. Onsite, full-time role with compensation of $33+/hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of acute care inpatient hospital coding experience.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and MS-DRG assignment methodologies.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Review acute care inpatient records to assign diagnosis and procedure codes.
• Assign ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes per official guidelines.
• Ensure accurate MS-DRG assignment for proper reimbursement.
• Abstract clinical data into the HIM system.
• Query physicians for documentation clarification when needed.

Skills

ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS

MS-DRG assignment

EHR systems

HIM coding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EHR systems

Hospital coding software

MS-DRG grouper tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Sherman, TX | Onsite

COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE: $33.00+ per hour (Based on Experience)

Full-Time schedule

Employment type: W2

ROLE IMPACT

The Inpatient Medical Coder plays a critical role in ensuring accurate code assignment and reimbursement integrity for acute care hospital services. This position supports compliant revenue cycle operations by translating complex clinical documentation into precise ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification) and ICD-10-PCS (Procedure Coding System) codes. Success in this role directly impacts MS-DRG (Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Group) accuracy, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze acute care inpatient medical records to assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes
• Assign ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes in accordance with official coding guidelines
• Ensure accurate MS-DRG assignment to support appropriate reimbursement
• Abstract required clinical data into the Health Information Management (HIM) system
• Query physicians for documentation clarification when needed and support audit processes

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of acute care inpatient hospital coding experience
• Strong working knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and MS-DRG assignment methodologies
• High school diploma or equivalent

Core Tools & Systems

• Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
• Hospital coding and abstracting software
• MS-DRG grouper tools
• Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Skills

• Associate’s degree in Health Information Management or related field
• CCS (Certified Coding Specialist – AHIMA), CPC, CCA, or other relevant coding credential
• Experience in specialty or rehabilitation hospital environments