Remote Inpatient Coder - ICD-10/MS-DRG Expert

TRC Talent Solutions; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

TRC Talent Solutions is seeking an Inpatient Coder for a remote role. You will review inpatient records, code with ICD-10-CM/PCS, and apply UHDDS and MS-DRG guidelines while ensuring accurate discharge dispositions.

Collaboration with revenue cycle teams is essential to resolve accounts and maintain compliance. Qualified candidates will have EPIC experience, at least 1 year of coding experience, and relevant certifications (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CCS-P, CPC, or CPC-H).

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with EPIC is required.
• Minimum 1 year of coding experience required.
• One or more certifications required: RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CCS-P, CPC, or CPC-H.
• AHIMA coding certificate preferred.
• Multi-facility or remote coding experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and MS-DRG coding guidelines.
• Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and surgical procedures.
• Knowledge of payer regulations and reimbursement systems.
• Familiarity with physician query processes and documentation compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with clinical and revenue cycle teams.
• Knowledge of ethical coding standards and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review and code inpatient medical records using ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and applicable guidelines.
• Assign and sequence diagnosis and procedure codes following UHDDS standards.
• Apply MS-DRGs, POA indicators, and procedural categories as appropriate.
• Ensure accurate discharge disposition coding.
• Maintain productivity and accuracy standards.
• Query physicians when documentation is unclear or incomplete.
• Validate documentation aligns with procedures performed.
• Review coding work queues and collaborate with revenue cycle teams to resolve accounts.
• Ensure compliance with coding, billing, and documentation regulations.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

ICD-10-PCS coding

Analytics

Detail-oriented

Communication

Education

HS Diploma

RHIA

RHIT

CCS

CCA

CCS-P

CPC

CPC-H

AHIMA certificate

Tools

EPIC

Job description

TRC Talent Solutions is seeking an Inpatient Coder for a remote role. You will review inpatient records, code with ICD-10-CM/PCS, and apply UHDDS and MS-DRG guidelines while ensuring accurate discharge dispositions.

Collaboration with revenue cycle teams is essential to resolve accounts and maintain compliance. Qualified candidates will have EPIC experience, at least 1 year of coding experience, and relevant certifications (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CCS-P, CPC, or CPC-H).