Job Description

Job Title: Inpatient Coder
Location: Remote
Job Type: Full time and part time

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Inpatient Coder. The Inpatient Coder is responsible for reviewing, abstracting, and coding inpatient, outpatient, and ambulatory surgery records with a focus on ensuring data accuracy and maximizing appropriate reimbursement. This role plays a critical part in supporting clinical and administrative outcomes and maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations.

Qualifications

• Required Certification:

  • AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or CCS-Physician-based (CCS-P), or AAPC (CPC)

• Required Experience and Skills:

  • Systems: EPIC, 3M

  • Advanced understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.

  • Familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations for patient care documentation and medical record compliance.

  • Working knowledge of third-party payer reimbursement policies and practices across a variety of medical specialties.

  • Excellent communication skills across clinical and non-clinical teams.

  • Strong understanding of confidentiality practices and HIPAA guidelines.

  • Ability to exercise sound judgment with minimal supervision and adapt to evolving guidelines.

  • Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting productivity benchmarks.

  • Willingness to work occasional overtime.

Key Responsibilities

• 90% – Review, abstract, and assign accurate diagnosis and codes for inpatient, outpatient, and ambulatory surgery encounters to ensure complete documentation and optimal reimbursement.

• 5% – Provide ongoing support to the coding unit, including answering questions, clarifying records, and assisting with audits.

• 5% – Participate in continued education and training related to coding updates, compliance standards, and abstracting methodologies.