Remote Inpatient Medical Coder (CCS) - ICD-10/PCS Expert

Pena4 Inc; Peoria (IL); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pena4 Inc. seeks an Inpatient Medical Coder (CCS certified) for a 100% remote role. The candidate must have at least 5 years of IP PCS coding experience and a CCS certificate, with 3 years of outpatient coding preferred.

Schedule is weekdays with full-time hours; start date is immediate. A coding assessment will be required. Responsibilities include examining records, sequencing diagnoses and procedures, and pursuing optimal DRG assignments while staying current with coding guidelines and

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of inpatient PCS coding experience.
• CCS certificate is required.
• At least 3 years of outpatient coding experience preferred.
• Familiar with Cerner, PowerChart, 3M and EPIC systems.
• Remote work setup and schedule: weekdays, full-time hours.

Responsibilities

• Examines the complete medical record to accurately determine the principal & secondary diagnoses, procedures, and complications.
• Accurately sequences diagnoses & procedures, maintains 95% accuracy.
• Strives to obtain the optimal DRG assignments on each record coded with assistance of computer system.
• Demonstrates a consistent level of performance; strives to maintain a steady level of productivity and quality.
• Appropriately holds accounts when more information is required for accurate code/DRG assignment. Contact appropriate staff, leadership, or medical staff as needed.
• Regularly reviews coding literature, keeps current on new or revised coding guidelines, shares information with colleagues, determined by colleagues’ feedback and supervisor observation.
• Completes all assignments as directed by management in a conscientious and reliable manner.
• Expresses interest in and pursues continuing education.
• Works as a team member to meet department and client specific goals.
• Performs all related duties or special projects as assigned/required.

Skills

IP PCS Coding

IP PCS Coding experience

OP Coding experience

Education

CCS certificate

Tools

Cerner

PowerChart

3M

EPIC

Job description

Pena4 Inc. seeks an Inpatient Medical Coder (CCS certified) for a 100% remote role. The candidate must have at least 5 years of IP PCS coding experience and a CCS certificate, with 3 years of outpatient coding preferred.

Schedule is weekdays with full-time hours; start date is immediate. A coding assessment will be required. Responsibilities include examining records, sequencing diagnoses and procedures, and pursuing optimal DRG assignments while staying current with coding guidelines and