Medical Coder (CCS / CIC)

Weekday; United States; Remote; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Weekday is seeking an experienced Medical Coder for a project focused on AI-enabled clinical documentation. This contract role emphasizes inpatient coding and accurate annotation of complex records.

You will apply your CCS or CIC credentials to annotate, review, and validate documentation, assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes, and validate MS-DRG classifications. Remote work from the United States with project-based expectations.

Qualifications

• Experience in inpatient medical coding using established standards.

Responsibilities

• Annotate, review, and validate clinical documentation using coding guidelines.
• Assign ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for inpatient records.
• Determine diagnosis sequencing and validate MS-DRG classifications.
• Ensure coding accuracy to support AI system interpretations.

Skills

Medical coding

CCS/CIC

Inpatient coding

ICD-10-CM/PCS

MS-DRG

Documentation review

Job description

Medical Coder

Pay: 50–70/hour

Role Type: Contractor

Location: US – Remote

We are seeking experienced Medical Coders with CCS or CIC certification to contribute their expertise to a project focused on improving the accuracy, reliability, and clinical understanding of advanced artificial intelligence systems.

In this role, you will apply your inpatient medical coding knowledge to annotate, review, and validate clinical documentation using established coding standards and guidelines. You will work with complex inpatient medical records, assign accurate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes, determine appropriate diagnosis sequencing, and validate MS-DRG classifications.

Your expertise will help improve how AI systems interpret clinical documentation, recognize medical conditions, apply coding conventions, and make accurate coding-related decisions. Previous experience in AI or machine learning is not required; strong medical coding expertise and attention to detail are the primary requirements.