Inpatient Medical Coder - Remote

TEKsystems • Philadelphia, PA

1d • $30 - $42 • Remote

About The Position

The Inpatient Medical Coder is responsible for accurately coding hospital inpatient records using ICD‑10‑CM and ICD‑10‑PCS to support appropriate reimbursement, data integrity, and compliance with federal and state regulations. Candidates must reside in one of the following states: Maryland, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., West Virginia, Virginia, Tennessee, Texas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, or Florida.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of outpatient coding experience
• At least 1 year of inpatient ICD‑10‑CM/PCS coding in a hospital setting
• Strong knowledge of APR‑DRGs, MS‑DRGs, SOI, ROM, and reimbursement impact
• CPC, CIC, or CCS (CCS required or obtained within one year)

Nice To Haves

• RHIT or RHIA

Responsibilities

• Analyze inpatient medical records and assign accurate ICD‑10‑CM/PCS codes
• Ensure correct APR‑DRG/MS‑DRG, SOI, ROM, and POA assignment
• Review documentation and collaborate with clinical staff and CDI teams to resolve discrepancies
• Code and abstract records within established productivity and turnaround time standards
• Maintain high coding accuracy to prevent denials and compliance risk
• Communicate with billing and hospital departments regarding coding or registration issues
• Adhere to AHIMA ethical standards and HIPAA requirements

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed