Inpatient II Coder

BJC HealthCare • St. Louis, MO

5d • Remote

About The Position

The Inpatient Coder II assigns diagnosis and procedure codes for inpatient encounters in accordance with regulatory guidelines and demonstrates knowledge of complex medical and coding concepts. The role reviews and analyzes patient encounters for compliant coding, interprets provider documentation to support appropriate DRG assignment, and collaborates with leadership, colleagues, CDI, HIM Operations, and other departments to help ensure medical-record integrity and coding compliance. This is a PRN position and is remote-eligible in the states listed in the posting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2–5 years of inpatient coding experience.
• One of the following certifications: CCS, RHIA, or RHIT.

Nice To Haves

• 5–10 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Accurately abstract required data elements.
• Stay current with coding conventions, regulatory guidelines, code updates, and BJC coding guidance.
• Thoroughly review and analyze patient encounters for compliant coding, querying providers for clarification or additional information as needed.
• Assign codes accurately and in a timely manner.
• Interpret, assess, and evaluate provider documentation for appropriate DRG assignment.
• Collaborate effectively with leadership, colleagues, and customers, including CDI, HIM Operations, and other departments, to support medical-record integrity and coding compliance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and legal services available the first day of the month after hire.
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution.
• 401(k) plan with BJC match.
• Tuition assistance available on the first day.
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
• Adoption assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED