Inpatient Coder II

Overview:
Join our team as an Inpatient Coder II, where your expertise in ICD-10-CM/PCS coding, medical terminology, and understanding of complex surgical procedures will directly impact patient outcomes and hospital reimbursement processes. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong foundation in coding conventions, Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, and a thorough understanding of MS-DRG and APR-DRG methodologies.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of inpatient coding experience in an acute healthcare setting.
• RHIT, RHIA, or CCS credential required.
• AHIMA membership (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience with coding in Epic and familiarity with 3M Encoder resources.
• Strong written communication skills using SBAR techniques.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review medical record documentation within CAC (computer-assisted coding) or Epic to assign accurate ICD-10 codes for principal diagnoses, CCs/MCCs, secondary diagnoses, and procedures.
• Navigate Epic's Doc Review and Chart Review to enhance coding accuracy.
• Optimize CAC functionality for coding efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate frequently with Clinical Documentation Specialists to resolve DRG mismatches, query opportunities, and clarify documentation.
• Manage high-dollar and long-stay cases (30+ days) involving the highest acuity patients.
• Provide support for DRG denials and draft appeals as needed.
• Ensure compliance with department accuracy (95%) and productivity (90%) standards

Eligible States:

• Florida
• Illinois
• Wisconsin
• Iowa
• Missouri
• Indiana

Why Join Us?

• Direct hire opportunity with a leading academic health system.
• Be part of a high-performing, collaborative team dedicated to healthcare excellence.

Apply now and bring your coding expertise to a role where accuracy and precision truly matter!

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