Remote Inpatient Coder III – ICD-10 Expert

Community Health Systems, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

401(k) matching

Job summary

The Inpatient Coder at Community Health Systems, Inc. is responsible for assigning ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes to inpatient records, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines, reimbursement policies, and corporate standards.

This role supports Health Information Management (HIM) Central Services and collaborates with CDI teams to optimize coding accuracy and financial integrity. You will review documentation, query providers when needed, maintain confidentiality per HIPAA, and contribute to

Qualifications

• 1–3 years inpatient coding experience in an acute care hospital or health system.
• Experience with EMR systems and encoding software; familiarity with word processing and spreadsheets.
• Knowledge of MS-DRG and APR-DRG reimbursement methods preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs remote inpatient coding for CHS-supported hospitals, reviewing EMR and provider documentation to assign codes.
• Ensures compliance with ICD-10-CM/PCS guidelines and payer rules.
• Submits queries to providers for documentation clarity to improve accuracy.
• Collaborates with CDI teams to ensure complete and accurate coding.
• Maintains productivity and accuracy benchmarks and HIPAA compliance.
• Assists with coding audits and quality reviews.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient records.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

ICD-10-PCS coding

HIPAA compliance

CDI knowledge

EHR systems familiarity

Analytical skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Health Information Management / Medical Coding

Coding certification (CCS/RHIT/RHIA) preferred

Tools

3M

EPIC

Meditech

Cerner

Job description

The Inpatient Coder at Community Health Systems, Inc. is responsible for assigning ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes to inpatient records, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines, reimbursement policies, and corporate standards.

This role supports Health Information Management (HIM) Central Services and collaborates with CDI teams to optimize coding accuracy and financial integrity. You will review documentation, query providers when needed, maintain confidentiality per HIPAA, and contribute to