Senior Inpatient Coding Specialist (ICD-10/PCS)

Staff_02 Halifax Staffing Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Halifax Health is seeking an inpatient Coding Specialist III—HIM to code inpatient accounts using ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS. This role ensures accurate, complete, and specific coding with MS-DRG assignment while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a two-year coding coursework, at least two years inpatient coding experience, and RHIT/CCS or equivalent certification. Strong communication with physicians and teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Inpatient coding experience and ICD-10-CM/PCS knowledge required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication with physicians and staff; HIPAA compliance essential.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Code inpatient accounts using ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS.
• Verify accuracy, completeness, specificity of codes; assign MS-DRGs.
• Query physicians for documentation clarification; collaborate with CDI staff.
• Support process and quality improvement initiatives; adhere to coding guidelines.

Education

Two-year coding coursework

Tools

Encoders

CAC

EHRs

Job description

Halifax Health is seeking an inpatient Coding Specialist III—HIM to code inpatient accounts using ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS. This role ensures accurate, complete, and specific coding with MS-DRG assignment while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a two-year coding coursework, at least two years inpatient coding experience, and RHIT/CCS or equivalent certification. Strong communication with physicians and teams is essential.