Remote Inpatient Coding Specialist (CCS/CIC)

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Remote; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network seeks a remote, full-time inpatient coder to review medical records and assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes with accuracy and compliance. You will abstract data, support reimbursement, and help reduce unbilled time while staying current with coding guidelines.

Requirements include CCS or CIC certification, 1 year hospital coding experience, and strong data entry skills. Remote work options may vary by location and policy.

Qualifications

• Must have completed coding courses in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• CCS or CIC certification is required or deemed equivalent.
• 1 year of hospital coding experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Review medical information and physician plans to assign ICD codes for diagnoses and procedures.
• Abstract data elements and enter coded information into designated systems.
• Help manage cash flow related to unbilled coding and stay updated on ICD guideline changes.

Skills

ICD coding

Data entry

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School / GED

Associated Health Information Mgmt degree

Job description

Allegheny Health Network seeks a remote, full-time inpatient coder to review medical records and assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes with accuracy and compliance. You will abstract data, support reimbursement, and help reduce unbilled time while staying current with coding guidelines.

Requirements include CCS or CIC certification, 1 year hospital coding experience, and strong data entry skills. Remote work options may vary by location and policy.