Senior Inpatient Coder - DRG & CDI Expert

Ochsner Health; Louisiana; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks a skilled inpatient coder to accurately assign ICD-10 and PCS codes for complex hospital accounts. You will verify documentation supports codes and DRG outcomes while collaborating with CDI nurses to improve medical record accuracy.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years coding experience and active CCS/CIC/RHIA/RHIT certifications, with strong data entry and Windows skills. We uphold compliance and productivity standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• AHIMA-accredited coding program with CCS/CIC/RHIA/RHIT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD-10 and PCS codes for inpatient services per guidelines.
• Review documentation to ensure codes support billing and DRG assignment.
• Collaborate with the CDI nurse to improve documentation and DRG accuracy.
• Maintain productivity and accuracy standards.
• Research patient accounts to answer questions and resolve errors.
• Ensure compliance with laws and corporate policies.

Skills

ICD-10 coding

DRG assignment

Data entry

Windows applications

Medical coding experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

AHIMA accredited coding program with certification

Job description

Ochsner Health seeks a skilled inpatient coder to accurately assign ICD-10 and PCS codes for complex hospital accounts. You will verify documentation supports codes and DRG outcomes while collaborating with CDI nurses to improve medical record accuracy.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years coding experience and active CCS/CIC/RHIA/RHIT certifications, with strong data entry and Windows skills. We uphold compliance and productivity standards.