Inpatient Coder

TEKsystems•Madison, WI

5d•$25 - $38•Remote

About The Position

Key Responsibilities: Review and analyze inpatient medical records to assign accurate ICD and CPT codes. Utilize Epic, 3M (encoder), and Viziant (REM score calculator) to support coding accuracy and compliance. Work from a designated Work Queue, receiving one inpatient chart at a time. Maintain a high standard of coding quality, with monthly audits covering 10% of coded charts. Participate in coaching and quality improvement initiatives as needed. Communicate effectively and professionally with clinical and non-clinical staff. Adapt to changing priorities and multitask in a fast-paced environment. Work independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture. Qualifications: Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, and pathophysiology. Proficient in ICD and CPT coding systems and MS-DRG classification. Experience using Epic, 3M Encoder, and Microsoft Office products. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to shifting workloads. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Preferred Experience: Prior experience coding inpatient charts in a hospital or healthcare setting. Familiarity with Viziant REM scoring tools. Additional Skills & Qualifications 1+ year of coding Associate's Degree in RHIT preferred Experience working with Epic AAPC (CIC) is acceptable, but prefer AHIMA certification.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, and pathophysiology.
Proficient in ICD and CPT coding systems and MS-DRG classification.
Experience using Epic, 3M Encoder, and Microsoft Office products.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to shifting workloads.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
1+ year of coding
Associate's Degree in RHIT preferred
Experience working with Epic
AAPC (CIC) is acceptable, but prefer AHIMA certification.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience coding inpatient charts in a hospital or healthcare setting.
Familiarity with Viziant REM scoring tools.

Responsibilities

Review and analyze inpatient medical records to assign accurate ICD and CPT codes.
Utilize Epic, 3M (encoder), and Viziant (REM score calculator) to support coding accuracy and compliance.
Work from a designated Work Queue, receiving one inpatient chart at a time.
Maintain a high standard of coding quality, with monthly audits covering 10% of coded charts.
Participate in coaching and quality improvement initiatives as needed.
Communicate effectively and professionally with clinical and non-clinical staff.
Adapt to changing priorities and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Work independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture.