Remote Inpatient Coding Specialist III

Children's Wisconsin; West Allis (WI); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized children's health organization is seeking a Coding Specialist III to ensure accurate coding practices for inpatient cases, specializing in ICD-9 and ICD-10. This fully remote role requires 2+ years of coding experience in an acute care hospital and the ability to work independently. Candidates must possess one of several relevant certifications. This role focuses on optimizing reimbursement through precise coding and effective communication with medical staff.

Qualifications

• 2+ years medical record coding experience in an acute care environment preferred.
• Requires experience coding through an encoder.
• Knowledge of DRG assignment and reimbursement regulations is desired.

Responsibilities

• Support accurate coding practices for healthcare data.
• Float to different coding areas as needed.
• Maintain accuracy and resolve coding-related problems.

Skills

Inpatient Coding

ICD-10-CM

CPT classification

Windows-based applications

Excellent communication skills

Education

High School graduate or GED

Tools

Encoder software

Job description

A recognized children's health organization is seeking a Coding Specialist III to ensure accurate coding practices for inpatient cases, specializing in ICD-9 and ICD-10. This fully remote role requires 2+ years of coding experience in an acute care hospital and the ability to work independently. Candidates must possess one of several relevant certifications. This role focuses on optimizing reimbursement through precise coding and effective communication with medical staff.