Remote - Inpatient Coder II

Mosaic Life Care; Saint Joseph (MO); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Inpatient Coder II to join their team. This vital role involves coding complex diseases and procedures using ICD-10 systems, ensuring compliance with guidelines and regulations. The position also includes mentoring new coders and collaborating with clinical departments to enhance documentation accuracy. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in Health Information Management and relevant coding certifications. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to quality patient care and professional development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have coding education and relevant certifications.
• Three years of experience in acute care coding is required.

Responsibilities

• Codes complex diseases and diagnoses using ICD-10 systems.
• Educates providers on optimal clinical documentation.
• Mentors and assists with training new coders.

Skills

ICD-10-CM Coding

ICD-10-PCS Coding

Medical Record Evaluation

Clinical Documentation Improvement

Coding Guidelines Compliance

Education

Associate's Degree in Health Information Management

CCS - Certified Coding Specialist

RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator

RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician

Job description

Details

• Position: Inpatient Coder II
• Specialization: Inpatient Coding
• Status: PRN
• Shift: Day Shift
• Pay: $23.56 - $35.54 / hour

Summary:

• Candidates residing in the following states will be considered for remote employment: Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Nebraska, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah, and Virginia. Remote work will not be permitted from any other state at this time.
• This position is responsible for assigning ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for inpatient and LTACH services based on evaluation of the documentation in the medical record and utilization of coding guidelines, Coding Clinic, anatomy and physiology. This position completes analysis and follow-up record reviews and is cross-trained to code at least one type of outpatient facility service.
• This position works under the supervision of the Manager and is employed by Mosaic Health System.

Duties:

• Codes complex diseases, procedures, and diagnoses using the ICD-10-CM/PCS classification systems, in accordance with Official Coding Guidelines, CMS guidelines, PPS guidelines, and organizational compliance standards.
• Assumes responsibility for professional development by participating in workshops, conferences, and/or in-services and maintains appropriate records of participation.
• Completes complex coding assignments for reimbursement, research, and compliance with Federal and State regulations. Researches coding guidelines and reviews and appeals coding denials.
• Educates and communicates with providers, querying them to ensure that optimal clinical documentation is provided to demonstrate the severity and details of the patient’s illness in the medical record.
• Coordinates and communicates with departments including clinical departments, Quality Improvement, Care Management, and Patient Financial Services to ensure accuracy and timeliness of coding.
• Ensures data accuracy by responding to coding edits received.
• Cross-trained and able to complete one type of outpatient facility coding in addition to inpatient coding (e.g., Emergency Department, Observation, Referral).
• Mentors and assists with training coders.
• Completes analysis by utilizing reports, record reviews, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must have coding education. Associate's Degree or higher in Health Information Management / Medical Records required.
• CCS - Certified Coding Specialist, RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator, or RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician required.
• Three years of experience in coding in an acute care setting required.