Senior Inpatient Coder — DRG & ICD-10 Expert

United Health Services, Inc.; City of Binghamton (NY); Hybrid; USD 96,432,000 - 144,648,000; Full time

Job summary

United Health Services in Binghamton, NY, seeks an Inpatient Coder III to perform independent coding of inpatient medical records, assigning ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for hospital encounters in accordance with official guidelines and hospital policies. This role requires prior inpatient coding experience and a strong focus on accurate DRG assignment.

The position is in the Facility Coding department with a daytime shift and a 40-hour work week, offering opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Two years of inpatient coding experience required.
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS and DRG assignment.
• Strong understanding of coding compliance and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent coding of inpatient medical records using ICD-10-CM/PCS.
• Ensure coding complies with official guidelines, regulatory agencies, and hospital policies.

Skills

DRG assignment

Clinical documentation

Coding compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree in HIT or related field

CPC

RHIA

RHIT

CCS

CIC

Job description

United Health Services in Binghamton, NY, seeks an Inpatient Coder III to perform independent coding of inpatient medical records, assigning ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for hospital encounters in accordance with official guidelines and hospital policies. This role requires prior inpatient coding experience and a strong focus on accurate DRG assignment.

The position is in the Facility Coding department with a daytime shift and a 40-hour work week, offering opportunities for professional growth