Coder (Full-time, Day)

CarePoint Health • Hoboken, NJ

2d • Remote

About The Position

Welcome to Hudson Regional Health
Technology Transforming Care
Hudson Regional Health is a newly unified healthcare network serving Hudson County through four hospitals.
Together, these hospitals form a single, integrated system with a shared vision—to deliver modern, patient-first care supported by innovation. From robotic-assisted surgery and AI-powered diagnostics to real-time monitoring and precision neurosurgery, HRH is redefining what’s possible in community healthcare.
Patients across the region now have access to state-of-the-art procedures and nationally recognized specialists, all within a connected, local network designed to put care first.
Remote Senior Inpatient Coder Specialist is the coding and reimbursement expert for ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding and ICD-10-PCS procedure coding for complex inpatient acute care discharges. This person possesses a strong foundation in coding conventions, instructions, Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, and Coding Clinics.

Requirements

• 3+ years of inpatient coding experience.
• RHIA, RHIT or CCS credential required
• Ability to work from home with hard-wired internet and designated office space

Responsibilities

• Utilizes technical coding expertise to assign appropriate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes to complex inpatient visit types.
• Thoroughly reviews the provider notes within the health record and clinical documentation.
• Efficiently review documentation and select or assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes using autosuggestion or annotation features.
• Review Discharge Planning and nursing documentation to validate and correct when necessary.
• Collaborate with CDI on discharges regarding the final MS or APR DRG and comorbidity diagnoses.
• Educates CDI on regulatory guidelines, Coding Clinics, and conventions to report appropriate ICD-10-CM diagnoses.
• Interprets health record documentation using knowledge of anatomy, physiology, clinical disease process, pharmacology, and medical terminology to determine the Principal Diagnosis, secondary diagnoses, and procedures.
• Meets established coding productivity and quality standards.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications: When determining the compensation, several factors may be considered including, years of relevant experience, credentials, union contracts, education, and internal equity.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K, Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional growth, development, and continuing education
• Employee wellness programs and resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees