Remote Inpatient Medical Coder (CCS, RHIT or RHIA, 3yrs Experience)
Job description:
Employment type: Contract (initial 3 months; likely extension)
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday (flexible daytime hours)
Location: Remote (U.S. only)
About the Role
We’re hiring an experienced Inpatient Medical Coder to support acute-care facility coding for a Level I Trauma Hospital. The ideal candidate is AHIMA-credentialed, highly accurate with ICD-10-CM/PCS and MS-DRG/APR-DRG assignment.
Key Responsibilities
• Review inpatient medical records and assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes with appropriate DRG assignment (MS-DRG/APR-DRG as applicable).
• Ensure compliance with AHIMA, AHA Coding Clinic, CMS, and facility guidelines.
• Query providers per policy to clarify documentation and support compliant code/DRG selection.
• Meet or exceed productivity and 95–98%+ quality standards.
• Collaborate with HIM/CDI teams to resolve discrepancies and optimize documentation integrity.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and safeguard PHI in a remote work setting.
• Required Qualifications
• AHIMA credential: CCS, RHIT, or RHIA (active and in good standing).
• 3+ years recent inpatient facility coding experience.
• Expert knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS, DRG methodologies, POA indicators, and encoder/reference tools (e.g., 3M, TruCode).
• Strong understanding of payer guidelines, Medicare regulations, and official coding guidelines.
• Reliable high-speed internet and a secure remote workspace.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Level I or Level II Trauma Hospital Experience
• Experience partnering with CDI teams and responding to coder queries/audits
• What We Offer
• Competitive contract rates (W-2 or 1099 depending on engagement).
• Consistent case volume and supportive HIM leadership.
• Potential for contract extension and additional projects.
• 40 Hours of PTO
• Health and Vision Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• 401K
How to Apply
Submit your resume highlighting:
• Active AHIMA credential(s) and credential number,
• Years of inpatient coding experience,
• Epic experience details (modules, years, environments),
• Recent productivity/quality metrics (if available), and
• Availability and preferred hourly rate.
Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Experience:
• RECENT inpatient coding: 3 years (Required)
• License/Certification:
• AHIMA: CCS, RHIT or RHIA Certification (No AAPC Certs) (Required)
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Employment type: Contract (initial 3 months; likely extension)
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday (flexible daytime hours)
Location: Remote (U.S. only)
About the Role
We’re hiring an experienced Inpatient Medical Coder to support acute-care facility coding for a Level I Trauma Hospital. The ideal candidate is AHIMA-credentialed, highly accurate with ICD-10-CM/PCS and MS-DRG/APR-DRG assignment.
Key Responsibilities
• Review inpatient medical records and assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes with appropriate DRG assignment (MS-DRG/APR-DRG as applicable).
• Ensure compliance with AHIMA, AHA Coding Clinic, CMS, and facility guidelines.
• Query providers per policy to clarify documentation and support compliant code/DRG selection.
• Meet or exceed productivity and 95–98%+ quality standards.
• Collaborate with HIM/CDI teams to resolve discrepancies and optimize documentation integrity.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and safeguard PHI in a remote work setting.
• Required Qualifications
• AHIMA credential: CCS, RHIT, or RHIA (active and in good standing).
• 3+ years recent inpatient facility coding experience.
• Expert knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS, DRG methodologies, POA indicators, and encoder/reference tools (e.g., 3M, TruCode).
• Strong understanding of payer guidelines, Medicare regulations, and official coding guidelines.
• Reliable high-speed internet and a secure remote workspace.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Level I or Level II Trauma Hospital Experience
• Experience partnering with CDI teams and responding to coder queries/audits
• What We Offer
• Competitive contract rates (W-2 or 1099 depending on engagement).
• Consistent case volume and supportive HIM leadership.
• Potential for contract extension and additional projects.
• 40 Hours of PTO
• Health and Vision Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• 401K
How to Apply
Submit your resume highlighting:
• Active AHIMA credential(s) and credential number,
• Years of inpatient coding experience,
• Epic experience details (modules, years, environments),
• Recent productivity/quality metrics (if available), and
• Availability and preferred hourly rate.
Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Experience:
• RECENT inpatient coding: 3 years (Required)
• License/Certification:
• AHIMA: CCS, RHIT or RHIA Certification (No AAPC Certs) (Required)
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