Remote Inpatient Coder (CCS) - Epic & 98% Accuracy

Cognizant; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 63,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

The Inpatient Coder (CCS) at Cognizant is a remote role requiring 3+ years of facility-based inpatient coding and CCS/RHIT/RHIA/CPC/CIC credentials. You will review medical documentation, assign ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes, and query physicians when clarification is needed to ensure accurate coding and compliance with policies.

You will work independently and with client teams, follow Epic workflows, and maintain an accuracy rate of 98% while meeting productivity targets in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret medical records and translate to codes.
• Strong communication with physicians and team members.
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS and MS-DRG concepts.

Responsibilities

• Review documentation to code diagnoses (ICD-10-CM) and procedures (ICD-10-PCS).
• Query physicians to clarify diagnoses and procedures.
• Assign accurate codes using encoder applications per policy and guidelines.
• Perform peer reviews and complete requested reports.
• Maintain 98% accuracy and meet productivity goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

CCS/RHIT/RHIA/CPC/CIC credential

Tools

Epic experience

Job description

The Inpatient Coder (CCS) at Cognizant is a remote role requiring 3+ years of facility-based inpatient coding and CCS/RHIT/RHIA/CPC/CIC credentials. You will review medical documentation, assign ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes, and query physicians when clarification is needed to ensure accurate coding and compliance with policies.

You will work independently and with client teams, follow Epic workflows, and maintain an accuracy rate of 98% while meeting productivity targets in a fast-paced