Inpatient Facility Medical Coder Remote

IKS Health•Virtual,

22h•$35 - $38•Remote

About The Position

IKS Health is seeking an experienced Inpatient Facility Medical Coder to review inpatient medical records, identify diagnoses and procedures, select the principal diagnosis and procedure and other reportable items under UHDDS definitions, and ensure appropriate DRG assignment. The coder abstracts information according to client guidelines and records coded charts in Aquity applications in real time during the scheduled shift. The role requires meeting productivity and quality expectations and requesting physician clarification when documentation is ambiguous or conflicting. The coder participates in team meetings and required training, may assist with coder training or shadowing, and may work across multiple clients to meet classification-hour requirements. The position also involves contributing to Coding Roundtables, maintaining current knowledge of coding references and official guidelines, completing assigned education modules, and keeping credentials active and current. This is a remote role involving extended periods of computer-based work. The stated pay range is $35–$38 per hour, based on factors including market conditions, location, education, experience, and certifications. IKS Health offers healthcare, a 401(k), and paid time off, subject to eligibility requirements for full-time employees.

Requirements

Current CCS coding credential.
Minimum of 3 years of current or recent related inpatient coding experience.
Experience coding inpatient medical and surgical admissions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, surgical technology, pharmacology, and disease processes.
Extensive knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding principles and guidelines, reimbursement systems, and federal, state, and payer-specific regulations and policies concerning documentation, coding, and billing.
Pass the inpatient coding proficiency test.
Strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written.
High level of coding accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong knowledge of Google Suite.

Responsibilities

Review medical records to identify diagnoses and procedures pertinent to the patient’s healthcare encounter.
Select the principal diagnosis and principal procedure, along with other diagnoses and procedures, using UHDDS definitions.
Ensure appropriate DRG assignment.
Abstract information from medical records according to client guidelines after a thorough review.
Enter coded charts in Aquity applications in real time during the scheduled shift.
Meet productivity and quality performance requirements.
Request physician clarification regarding ambiguous or conflicting medical-record documentation, following client guidelines.
Participate in team meetings and training required by Aquity staff or the client.
As needed, participate in training or shadowing other coders.
Work flexibly across multiple clients to help meet required classification hours.
Participate in Coding Roundtables by presenting materials, articles, and current coding and Health Information Management issues.
Maintain current knowledge of Coding Clinic, CPT Assistant, and the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting.
Complete assigned education modules and keep coding credentials current and active.
Communicate professionally and contribute to a positive company image through professionalism, adaptability, and mutual respect.