Senior Inpatient Coding Specialist - Remote Eligible

Advocate Health; Central City (NE); Remote; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking an experienced inpatient coder to handle complex documentation and assign precise diagnosis and procedure codes using ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS. You will operate within a high-skill environment, collaborating with CDI and Quality teams to ensure accurate DRG matches and compliant coding practices.

The role supports a remote-capable, full-time schedule with a strong focus on accuracy, productivity, and adherence to ethical coding standards.

Qualifications

• Inpatient coding experience required; 7 years in acute care settings preferred.
• Certification in coding by AAPC or AHIMA required.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, HCPCS coding guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Review complex inpatient documentation to assign accurate codes.
• Adhere to coding standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Code high-dollar and long-stay cases accurately.
• Collaborate with CDI and Quality teams to match DRGs.
• Maintain ongoing education on coding guidelines and clinics.
• Meet or exceed quality and productivity metrics.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Independent judgment

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's Degree in Health Information Management

Tools

EMR systems

Computer Assisted Coding

Microsoft Office

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking an experienced inpatient coder to handle complex documentation and assign precise diagnosis and procedure codes using ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS. You will operate within a high-skill environment, collaborating with CDI and Quality teams to ensure accurate DRG matches and compliant coding practices.

The role supports a remote-capable, full-time schedule with a strong focus on accuracy, productivity, and adherence to ethical coding standards.