Professional Type: Medical Coder
Specialty: Coder III
Contract Type: Long-Term Assignment (13 Weeks)
Shift: Day Shift
Schedule: 8:00 AM 4:30 PM (40 hours/week)
Flexible start time between 7:00 AM 8:30 AM
Compensation:
Hourly Rate: $25.00 $30.00/hr
Position Overview:
Inpatient Coder III Remote Position (Temp-to-Hire Potential)
The Coder III is responsible for reviewing inpatient clinical documentation to accurately assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes, along with appropriate Diagnosis Related Groups (DRGs). This role supports internal and external statistical reporting, regulatory compliance, research, and reimbursement.
The ideal candidate will be skilled in coding complex, high-dollar cases and will serve as a mentor to less experienced coders.
Key Responsibilities:
Review inpatient clinical documentation to assign diagnosis/procedure codes and DRGs
Code complex and high-dollar accounts including:
Interventional radiology and cardiology
Cardiovascular surgeries
Major organ transplants
Neurovascular surgeries
Spinal fusions
Level 1 trauma (multi-system) cases
Analyze medical records using UHDDS guidelines
Utilize CAC/encoder software and reference materials for accurate code assignment
Ensure adherence to coding procedures, quality standards, and ethical guidelines
Collaborate with Clinical Documentation Specialists (CDS) to ensure accurate DRG assignment
Work with departments such as Quality Management, Billing, and Registration as needed
Seek clarification from attending physicians when documentation is unclear
Resolve coding edits and complete assigned cases daily
Meet productivity and revenue cycle Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Requirements:
23 years of progressive on-the-job inpatient coding experience
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Required and must be maintained
Associates Degree or equivalent experience
Extensive knowledge of:
ICD-10-CM diagnostic and ICD-10-PCS procedure coding
UHDDS guidelines
DRG assignment for complex inpatient cases
Computer-Assisted Coding (CAC) tools and encoders
Adherence to AHIMA/AAPC coding standards and ethical guidelines