Remote Inpatient Facility Coder CCS/CIC DRG Expert

Medix™; Town of Texas (WI); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equipment provided

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a fully remote Inpatient Facility Coder. This role involves reviewing medical records to ensure correct coding and DRG assignment while maintaining coding credentials. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience, including knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding. The position allows for flexibility across multiple clients and supports coding education within the team. A proficiency test is required for candidates. Equipment is provided, with a standard schedule of Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of related Inpatient Facility coding experience.
• Must pass inpatient coding proficiency test.
• Experience coding at Level II trauma charts in medium to large hospitals.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records for pertinent diagnoses and procedures.
• Select principal diagnoses using UHDDS definition.
• Ensure appropriate DRG assignment.
• Maintain knowledge of coding guidelines and regulations.

Skills

Inpatient Medical and Surgical admissions

ICD-10-CM coding

CPT coding principles

Medical terminology

Anatomy and physiology

Surgical technology

Disease processes

Multi-specialty coding

Coding proficiency test

Education

CCS or CCS & CIC coding credentials

Job description

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a fully remote Inpatient Facility Coder. This role involves reviewing medical records to ensure correct coding and DRG assignment while maintaining coding credentials. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience, including knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding. The position allows for flexibility across multiple clients and supports coding education within the team. A proficiency test is required for candidates. Equipment is provided, with a standard schedule of Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.