Remote Inpatient Coding Specialist

Southeast Hospital; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an Inpatient Coding Specialist for a remote opportunity. You will review and analyze documentation in the medical record to assign diagnoses and procedures according to AHIMA standards and official coding guidelines.

You must have a high school diploma and 3 years of ICD-10-CM and HCPCS/CPT coding experience in acute care or professional services, with RHIT/RHIA/CCS/CPC/CIRCC or eligibility within 6 months.

Qualifications

• 3 years of ICD-10-CM and HCPCS/CPT coding experience in inpatient or professional services.
• Working knowledge of MS-DRGs, APCs, MPFS/RVUs, POA and HACs.
• RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CPC, CIRCC or eligible to sit for certification within 6 months.
• Proficiency with ICD-10-CM and CPT/HCPCS coding guidelines; encoder/EPIC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze documentation in the medical record to assign diagnoses and procedures.
• Ensure codes align with AHIMA standards and official coding guidelines.
• Collaborate with clinicians and revenue cycle teams to ensure accurate coding.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

HCPCS/CPT coding

MS-DRG/APC knowledge

POA/HACs knowledge

Remote work experience

Education

High school diploma

AS Health Information Technology

BS Health Information Management

Job description

Mercy is seeking an Inpatient Coding Specialist for a remote opportunity. You will review and analyze documentation in the medical record to assign diagnoses and procedures according to AHIMA standards and official coding guidelines.

You must have a high school diploma and 3 years of ICD-10-CM and HCPCS/CPT coding experience in acute care or professional services, with RHIT/RHIA/CCS/CPC/CIRCC or eligibility within 6 months.