This Company is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Inpatient Coder to join our Health Information Management team. This role is responsible for accurately coding inpatient medical records using ICD and CPT coding systems, ensuring compliance with MS-DRG classification standards, and supporting high-quality documentation practices. The ideal candidate values quality over quantity, can manage 4–5 inpatient accounts per day, and thrives in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
Review and analyze inpatient medical records to assign accurate ICD and CPT codes.
Utilize Epic, 3M (encoder), and Viziant (REM score calculator) to support coding accuracy and compliance.
Work from a designated Work Queue, receiving one inpatient chart at a time.
Maintain a high standard of coding quality, with monthly audits covering 10% of coded charts.
Participate in coaching and quality improvement initiatives as needed.
Communicate effectively and professionally with clinical and non-clinical staff.
Adapt to changing priorities and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Work independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture.
Qualifications
Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, and pathophysiology.
Proficient in ICD and CPT coding systems and MS-DRG classification.
Experience using Epic, 3M Encoder, and Microsoft Office products.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to shifting workloads.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Experience
Prior experience coding inpatient charts in a hospital or healthcare setting.
Familiarity with Viziant REM scoring tools.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
1+ year of coding
Associate's Degree in RHIT preferred
Experience working with Epic
AAPC (CIC) is acceptable, but prefer AHIMA certification.
Experience Level: Entry Level
Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gurnee, IL.
Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $38.00/hr.
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)
Workplace Type: This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Mar 8, 2026.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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