Remote Inpatient Coder (Contract) — DRG & AI Training

micro1; EE. UU.; A distancia; USD 55.000 - 90.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

micro1 is seeking an Inpatient Medical Coder on a remote contract basis in the United States. You will review inpatient records for accurate ICD-10-CM/PCS coding, assess DRG implications, and ensure documentation supports coding decisions.

The role involves evaluating AI-generated notes against real-world clinical data and maintaining data integrity across systems. The ideal candidate holds an inpatient coding credential (CIC/CCS/RHIA/RHIT) and has experience with MCC/CC concepts, with at least

Formación

• Active coding certification such as CIC, CCS, RHIA, or RHIT or another AHIMA or AAPC credential.
• Inpatient ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding experience, including DRG, MCC/CC, and POA concepts.
• Access to current ICD-10 code sets and guidelines; familiarity with AHA Coding Clinic.
• Currently working in inpatient coding, clinical documentation improvement, or a related role.
• Availability of at least 10 hours per week.

Responsabilidades

• Review inpatient medical records to ensure accurate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding per guidelines.
• Determine principal and secondary diagnoses for full admission and assess MCCs, CCs, and procedures affecting DRG assignment.
• Review clinical documentation for accuracy; flag opportunities for provider queries.
• Evaluate AI-generated notes and code suggestions against real-world documentation and inpatient standards.
• Identify and resolve coding discrepancies to protect data integrity.
• Enter and validate AI-generated patient information in inpatient records and encoder systems.

Conocimientos

Inpatient coding

Certification (CIC/CCS/RHIA/RHIT)

DRG/POA knowledge

Attention to detail

Educación

AHIMA/AAPC credential

Herramientas

ICD-10-CM/PCS code sets

Descripción del empleo

micro1 is seeking an Inpatient Medical Coder on a remote contract basis in the United States. You will review inpatient records for accurate ICD-10-CM/PCS coding, assess DRG implications, and ensure documentation supports coding decisions.

The role involves evaluating AI-generated notes against real-world clinical data and maintaining data integrity across systems. The ideal candidate holds an inpatient coding credential (CIC/CCS/RHIA/RHIT) and has experience with MCC/CC concepts, with at least