You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking an experienced Inpatient Coder to accurately assign codes and ensure compliance with national coding standards and regulatory guidance. The primary responsibility is to accurately sequence diagnoses and procedures for inpatient settings, while maintaining coding integrity and supporting organizational billing processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow national coding standards and regulatory guidance, including ICD-9, ICD-10-CM/PCS, and CMS compliance requirements.
- Apply UHDDS criteria to sequence principal and secondary diagnoses and procedures and ensure appropriate DRG assignment.
- Assign accurate Present on Admission (POA) indicators for all inpatient diagnoses.
- Identify and document hospital-acquired conditions (HACs) and support quality team reporting.
- Review patient records for accuracy to maintain coding integrity.
- Develop and submit compliant provider queries when documentation is unclear.
- Extract key clinical information and input data into coding systems.
- Monitor and resolve pre-bill edits and correct coding discrepancies.
- Collaborate with HIM and CDI staff to support accurate and thorough documentation.
- Utilize coding platforms to ensure timely code assignment and billing.
- Participate in professional development to maintain coding knowledge.
Qualifications
- Minimum of five years of experience with ICD-10-CM/PCS and MS-DRG/APR-DRG methodologies.
- Completion of an accredited AHIMA training program is preferred.
- Relevant certification preferred, such as RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or similar credentials.
- Proven experience coding in an acute care setting.
Experience
- Minimum of five years of hands-on experience utilizing ICD-10-CM/PCS classification systems.
- Experience coding within an acute care setting, including Level 1 trauma and teaching facilities, and transplant cases.
Skills
- Technical proficiency with ICD-10-CM/PCS, MS-DRG/APR-DRG methodologies.
- Soft skills such as effective communication and teamwork.
Additional Requirements
- Willingness to complete and pass a coding skills assessment as part of the hiring process.
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans including Major Medical Plans and Minimum Essential Coverage).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
*As a job position within our Revenue Cycle division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, handling financial and other payment data, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
