Senior Inpatient Coder - Complex Cases & DRG Expert

Ochsner Rush Health; Harahan (LA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Rush Health seeks a skilled inpatient coder to assign ICD-10 codes for complex hospital services. The role requires review of documentation to ensure supported codes and collaboration with the CDI team to optimize DRG assignments.

The position emphasizes accuracy, adherence to coding guidelines, and meeting monthly productivity targets while staying current with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• This role requires familiarity with ICD-9-CM and ICD-10 coding principles.
• Experience with inpatient coding and complex accounts is preferred.
• Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assigns ICD-10 codes within established guidelines for inpatient accounts.
• Ensures data integrity by validating documentation supports codes.
• Collaborates with CDI nurse to improve documentation and DRG accuracy.
• Maintains productivity and accuracy standards on a monthly basis.
• Verifies discharge disposition based on medical documentation.

Education

High School diploma

AHIMA accredited coding program with certification

Job description

Ochsner Rush Health seeks a skilled inpatient coder to assign ICD-10 codes for complex hospital services. The role requires review of documentation to ensure supported codes and collaboration with the CDI team to optimize DRG assignments.

The position emphasizes accuracy, adherence to coding guidelines, and meeting monthly productivity targets while staying current with regulatory requirements.