inpatient facility coder

Gebbs Healthcare Solutions Inc

6d•$36 - $36•Remote

About The Position

As an Inpatient Facility Coder, you will be responsible for reviewing medical documentation, assigning accurate ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT codes, and ensuring the highest standards of quality in compliance with coding regulations. You will work with one of our esteemed facility clients to accurately code diagnostic and procedural information, abstract clinical data, and maintain productivity and quality standards.

Requirements

RHIA, RHIT, or CCS certification through AHIMA with aapc considered.
Minimum 3 years of inpatient coding experience in a facility setting.
Proficiency in ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and other coding systems.
In-depth knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, pharmacology, and coding guidelines.
Must be available to work between 6:00 AM - 6 PM Pacific Time, Monday to Friday.
This is a full time position for 40 hours per week.
Requires a federal background check and 9 Panel Drug Screen (Cannabis was removed from the drug panel testing effective 10/1/2023).

Nice To Haves

Experience with trauma, orthopedics, cardiology, and Epic system is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assign diagnostic and procedural codes using ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and other coding classification systems.
Abstract the necessary clinical information from patient records for proper coding.
Maintain industry-standard productivity (3 charts/hour) and accuracy (95% or greater).
Ensure coding complies with Medicare’s Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS), Official Coding Guidelines, and all documentation requirements.
Use coding software, MS Office, VPN, and other tools to complete your work effectively and efficiently.
Collaborate with the healthcare team and resolve discrepancies in documentation.