Remote Inpatient Coder Specialist – CCS (FL)

Baycare; Florida; Remote; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Part time

Job summary

BayCare is seeking an Advanced Inpatient Coder Specialist (PRN, remote in FL) to ensure accurate inpatient records across multiple service lines. You will review complex encounters, collaborate with physicians, and support MS-DRG assignment and quality reviews.

The role requires CCS certification, 5+ years of acute care experience, and a remote FL residency. PRN schedule aligns with 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM shifts and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of acute care experience
• 3+ years of inpatient coding experience
• CCS certification is required
• RHIT is preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred in Health Information Technology

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex inpatient documentation to assign accurate ICD-10-CM/PCS codes.
• Collaborate with physicians and clinical teams for accurate coding of complex conditions such as sepsis and malnutrition.
• Create and manage physician queries and monitor bill hold reports.
• Partner with Clinical Documentation Specialists and Quality teams for accurate MS-DRG assignment and PSI/HAC reviews.
• Apply advanced knowledge of anatomy, pathophysiology, and pharmacology to coding accuracy.
• Mentor and support junior coders and students as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Acute care

Inpatient coding

ICD-10-CM/PCS

Mentoring

Collaboration with physicians

Education

CCS certification

RHIT preferred

High School Diploma

Associate in Health Information Tech

Job description

BayCare is seeking an Advanced Inpatient Coder Specialist (PRN, remote in FL) to ensure accurate inpatient records across multiple service lines. You will review complex encounters, collaborate with physicians, and support MS-DRG assignment and quality reviews.

The role requires CCS certification, 5+ years of acute care experience, and a remote FL residency. PRN schedule aligns with 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM shifts and flexible scheduling.