Remote Inpatient Coder (CCS) – 98% Accuracy, Epic

Cognizant; Lincoln (NE); Remote; USD 63,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k) plan and contributions

Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking an Inpatient Coder (CCS Certified) for remote work to support one or more clients. You will review medical records, assign ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS codes, and query physicians as needed to clarify documentation.

This role requires 3+ years of facility-based inpatient coding, Level 1 Trauma experience, Epic experience, and compliance with regulatory guidelines. You will maintain high accuracy (98%+) and meet productivity targets in a fast-paced remote setting.

Qualifications

• Active CCS, RHIT, RHIA, CPC, or CIC credential
• Three years of facility-based inpatient coding experience
• Level 1 Trauma coding experience
• Epic experience

Responsibilities

• Review documentation to code diagnoses (ICD-10-CM) and procedures (ICD-10-PCS).
• Communicate with physicians to obtain or clarify diagnoses and/or procedures.
• Assign accurate codes using an electronic encoder application.
• Perform peer reviews of coding auditors and coders.
• Complete reports as requested.

Skills

Inpatient coding

Epic experience

MS Office

Tools

Epic

MS Office

Job description

Cognizant is seeking an Inpatient Coder (CCS Certified) for remote work to support one or more clients. You will review medical records, assign ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS codes, and query physicians as needed to clarify documentation.

This role requires 3+ years of facility-based inpatient coding, Level 1 Trauma experience, Epic experience, and compliance with regulatory guidelines. You will maintain high accuracy (98%+) and meet productivity targets in a fast-paced remote setting.