Certified Medical Coder - Inpatient - 26-06214
About The Position
Navitas Healthcare, LLC is seeking a Certified Medical Coder – Inpatient for an exciting Contract assignment in Brooklyn, NY. This role involves performing accurate inpatient and emergency department medical coding in an acute care hospital setting. The coder will assign ICD-10, CPT-4, and other diagnostic/procedural codes according to coding guidelines, review medical records for accuracy and completeness, and utilize coding software applications including 3M/HDS Encoder systems. Ensuring compliance with federal billing, payer, and coding regulations is crucial. The position also requires researching and resolving coding discrepancies, maintaining productivity and accuracy standards, collaborating with clinical staff, supporting coding quality assurance initiatives, and maintaining confidentiality. Daily workflows involve using EMR systems, MS Word, and Excel.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of ICD-10 coding experience required
- Inpatient and Emergency Department coding experience required
- Active CCS or CCP Certification required
- Acute care hospital coding experience required
- Strong computer proficiency including MS Word and Excel
- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills required
Nice To Haves
- AHIMA, RHIA, or RHIT credentials preferred
- Strong knowledge of ICD-10, CPT-4, Encoder, and 3M/HDS coding systems
- Experience with federal billing guidelines, payer compliance, and coding regulations
Responsibilities
- Perform accurate inpatient and emergency department medical coding in an acute care hospital setting
- Assign ICD-10, CPT-4, and other diagnostic/procedural codes according to coding guidelines
- Review medical records to ensure accurate and complete coding documentation
- Utilize coding software applications including 3M/HDS Encoder systems
- Ensure compliance with federal billing, payer, and coding regulations
- Research and resolve coding discrepancies and related issues
- Maintain productivity and accuracy standards while meeting deadlines
- Collaborate with clinical staff to clarify documentation and coding requirements
- Support coding quality assurance initiatives and confidentiality standards
- Utilize EMR systems, MS Word, and Excel effectively in daily workflows
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Salary discussed upfront
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
