Inpatient Coder II, HB Coding

Role Overview

• Assign appropriate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes to complex inpatient visit types
• Assign Present on Admission (POA) values to all secondary diagnoses for quality metrics
• Review provider notes and collaborate with Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) team
• Utilize Computerized Assisted Coding (CAC) software for efficient coding
• Validate and correct Discharge Disposition documentation impacting reimbursement
• Sequence appropriate ICD-10-CM codes for correct reimbursement and ranking
• Collaborate with CDI for accurate MS or APR DRG coding
• Educate on regulatory guidelines and coding conventions
• Follow Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting

Requirements

• 3 years of inpatient coding experience in an acute healthcare setting
• RHIA, RHIT or CCS credential
• AHIMA membership
• Associate’s degree in related field (preferred)
• 4 years of inpatient coding experience in a teaching hospital (preferred)

Benefits

• Sign-on Bonus: $2,500 -$10,000
• Health insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Loan forgiveness
• 401(k) matching
• Lifecycle benefits