Inpatient Coder-(Remote) (Remote)

Description Coder will be responsible for assigning diagnostic/procedural codes to patient charts of high complexity using ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS or any other designated coding classification system in accordance with coding rules and regulations. Coder will respond to audits, conduct coding/provides consultation on specific projects. Responsibilities : • Assign ICD10 CM Diagnosis Codes and ICD 10 PCS Procedure Codes for assigned accounts. • IP/OP edits • Select and sequence principal and secondary diagnosis and procedure codes. • Assign appropriate DRG. • Review the medical record and all applicable documentation to determine the appropriate codes to assign for the services and diagnoses. • Demonstrates ability to achieve accuracy and consistency in abstracting elements defined by per facility. • Maintain productivity standards, tracking and deadlines. • Maintain and complete accurate productivity and tracking logs. • May act as a mentor to training coders and/or new hires by providing education and training. • Maintains current knowledge of the information contained in the Coding Clinic and the Official Inpatient Guidelines for Coding and Reporting. • Ability to meet productivity standards while maintaining a 95% accuracy rate. Requirements : • Licenses/Certifications; CCS, RHIT, RHIA preferred. • Must have a minimum of 3-5 years Acute Care Hospital • Experience with IP/OP edits • Experience with complex case mixes • Extensive knowledge of ICD-10 CM/PCS coding principles and guidelines, DRG Assignment, MCC/CC capture, federal, state and payor-specific regulations and policies pertaining to documentation, coding and billing • EHR systems, encoder and other support software - 3M 360, & Cerner • Understands medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, surgical technology, pharmacology and disease processes. • A high-level coding accuracy, critical thinking skills and attention to detail • Strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook • Maintain productivity standards, tracking and deadlines. • Maintain and complete accurate productivity and tracking logs.