Mid-Level Inpatient Coding Specialist

Adventist Health • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

The Inpatient Coder is responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting clinical documentation in the medical record, applying appropriate ICD-10-CM/PCS coding conventions and MS-DRG Medicare Prospective Payment System requirements. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility for maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

Requirements

• High School Grad or Equiv Required
• 3+ Work Experience Required
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) Required or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - Cert Required or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Responsibilities

• Queries physicians for clarification of discrepancies, additional diagnoses, complications, or co-morbid conditions as needed.
• Applies ICD-10-CM/PCS codes, MS-DRG codes, Present on Admission codes, and patient status codes, understanding their impact on mortality rates, clinical quality, reimbursement, internal scorecards, and key performance indicators.
• Utilizes a thorough understanding of the Official Coding Guidelines, Coding Clinic guidance, medical necessity, and coverage determinations.
• Uses critical thinking and sound judgment in decision-making, balancing reimbursement considerations with regulatory compliance.

Benefits

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees