Remote Senior Medical Coder - ICD-10/PCS Expert & Leader

Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Coding Specialist III who will handle coding for inpatient encounters, ensuring accuracy in coding and billing. Candidates must have a high school diploma, three years of acute care coding experience, and relevant certification through recognized associations. The role requires advanced knowledge of medical coding standards and practices. The position is remote and offers the opportunity to coach other coders while maintaining departmental quality standards.

Qualifications

• Three years of coding experience in an acute care Level I trauma hospital environment.
• Ability to score a minimum of 85% on a coding test.

Responsibilities

• Assign codes for inpatient encounters ensuring accurate DRG assignment.
• Coach other coders on coding guidelines and practices.
• Collaborate with physicians to clarify records and ensure accurate coding.

Skills

ICD-10 coding

Medical terminology

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Health Information Management program

Tools

Epic EHR

3M 360 coding software

MS Office

Job description

A healthcare organization is seeking a Coding Specialist III who will handle coding for inpatient encounters, ensuring accuracy in coding and billing. Candidates must have a high school diploma, three years of acute care coding experience, and relevant certification through recognized associations. The role requires advanced knowledge of medical coding standards and practices. The position is remote and offers the opportunity to coach other coders while maintaining departmental quality standards.