Senior Coder, Inpatient *remote*

WakeMed; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in North Carolina is seeking an experienced Inpatient Coder Sr. This role involves providing accurate ICD-10 coding, DRG assignment, and serving as a liaison between coders and the CDS team. Candidates should have at least 5 years of coding experience and relevant certifications. Eligible remote states include NC, FL, GA, SC, SD, TN, TX, and VA.

Qualifications

• 5 years of coding experience in inpatient settings.
• Registered Health Information Technician or equivalent certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and accurate coding and DRG assignment.
• Serve as a liaison between coders and CDS team.
• Review SMART accounts daily as assigned.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

ICD-10-PCS coding

DRG assignment

Medical record abstraction

Education

Associate's Degree in Health Information Management

Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management or Related Field

Job description

Overview

The Inpatient Coder Sr serves as the senior member of the corporate coding team by providing extensive knowledge for timely and accurate coding and DRG assignment. Performs the function of coding, DRG assignment, collection of predefined indicators, and abstracting medical records. Provides timely and accurate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for reimbursement and specific information for statistical purposes. Serves as a liaison between coders and CDS team on coding and documentation issues. Reviews SMART accounts on a daily basis as assigned.

Eligible remote states include NC, FL, GA, SC, SD, TN, TX and VA.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Registered Health Information Technician Or Registered Health Information Administrator Or Certified Coding Associate Or Certified Professional Coder Or Certified Coding Specialist Required

Education

Associate's Degree Health Information Management Required - And Bachelor's Degree Health Information Management Or Related Field Preferred

Experience

5 Years Coding - Inpatient And Diagnosis-Related Group Analysis Required Registered Health Information Technician Or Registered Health Information Administrator Or Certified Coding Associate Or Certified Professional Coder Or Certified Coding Specialist Required