Remote Inpatient Medical Coder - ICD/CPT Specialist

ummc; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

UMMC is seeking a Medical Coder - Inpatient to review and code inpatient records at the UMMC Medical Tower. You will apply ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes to hospital services while ensuring accurate documentation and payer-compliant billing.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of medical coding experience, proficiency with EHR systems, and strong written and verbal communication to collaborate with clinicians and the billing team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 1 year of medical coding experience.
• AHIMA or AAPC certifications listed in the requirements.
• Associate's degree in health information management or medical coding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records to identify and code diagnoses and procedures.
• Assign ICD, CPT, and HCPCS codes accurately.
• Ensure coding complies with HIPAA, CMS, and healthcare regulations.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers for accurate documentation.
• Submit codes for billing and resolve discrepancies.
• Stay updated on coding changes and best practices.
• Demonstrate effective communication with management via telephone and email.
• Demonstrate effective use of required EHR software.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Research skills

Remote work capability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1 year medical coding experience

Associate's degree in health information management or medical coding

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Job description

UMMC is seeking a Medical Coder - Inpatient to review and code inpatient records at the UMMC Medical Tower. You will apply ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes to hospital services while ensuring accurate documentation and payer-compliant billing.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of medical coding experience, proficiency with EHR systems, and strong written and verbal communication to collaborate with clinicians and the billing team.