Remote HIM Coder – ICD-10, CDI & Compliance

Stormont Vail Health; United States; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Stormont Vail Health is seeking a coder with RHIA/RHIT/CCS or CPC/CCA credentials to support accurate ICD-10-CM and CPT coding within our EMR system. The role emphasizes adherence to coding guidelines, collaboration with the CDI team, and timely submission of coding queries to physicians.

Responsibilities include DRG assignment accuracy, data entry in the EMR, and staying current with coding regulations. This position is non-exempt and requires relevant licensure.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.
• Knowledge of coding and regulatory guidelines is required.

Responsibilities

• Selects and assigns appropriate ICD-10-CM diagnosis, procedure and CPT codes following coding guidelines.
• Ensures appropriate MS-DRG/APR DRG is assigned.
• Enter key administrative and clinical data into the EMR.
• Comply with all legal requirements regarding coding guidelines and policies.
• Collaborates with the CDI team for clinical expertise and query opportunities.
• Submit coding queries to physicians for medical record documentation clarification.

Skills

Medical terminology

Coding guidelines

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Stormont Vail Health is seeking a coder with RHIA/RHIT/CCS or CPC/CCA credentials to support accurate ICD-10-CM and CPT coding within our EMR system. The role emphasizes adherence to coding guidelines, collaboration with the CDI team, and timely submission of coding queries to physicians.

Responsibilities include DRG assignment accuracy, data entry in the EMR, and staying current with coding regulations. This position is non-exempt and requires relevant licensure.