Inpatient Coder

University of Maryland Medical System•Baltimore, MD

8d•Remote

About The Position

Under direct supervision, accurately codes hospital inpatient accounts for the purpose of appropriate reimbursement, research, statistics and compliance to federal and state regulations in accordance with established ICD-10-CM/PCS coding classification systems. Analyzes inpatient cases, identifies and assigns ICD-10 diagnostic and PCS procedural codes for the purpose of reimbursement, research and compliance with federal and state regulations. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of coding nomenclature to ensure accurate APR-DRG/SOI/ROM and POA assignment. Utilizes critical thinking to analyze and evaluate documentation issues with consultation from the medical and clinical staff, and clinical documentation specialists as needed. Monitors assigned work on a daily basis in order to facilitate the billing process within the established timeframes. Codes and abstracts records within timeframes established for each patient type.

Requirements

CCS, CIC, RHIT, or RHIA certification
High School graduate or equivalent
Formal ICD-10-CM and CPT training required
At least two years of experience in outpatient coding with a CCS certification (or obtain within one year) required
At least a minimum of one year of inpatient ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS coding and abstracting experience in a hospital setting required
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Filing systems
Ability to prioritize workloads
Meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure
Excellent customer service skills
General office procedures
Ability to problem solve and work with minimal supervision
Familiar with basic medical terminology
Computer experience
Typing ability

Nice To Haves

Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Analyzes inpatient cases, identifies and assigns ICD-10 diagnostic and PCS procedural codes for the purpose of reimbursement, research and compliance with federal and state regulations.
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of coding nomenclature to ensure accurate APR-DRG/SOI/ROM and POA assignment.
Utilizes critical thinking to analyze and evaluate documentation issues with consultation from the medical and clinical staff, and clinical documentation specialists as needed.
Monitors assigned work on a daily basis in order to facilitate the billing process within the established timeframes.
Codes and abstracts records within timeframes established for each patient type.