Inpatient Coder - Level 1 Trauma (On-Site) | Cambridge, MA (02138) Inpatient Coder - Level 1 Trauma in Cambridge, MA. Seeking a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) with inpatient ICD-10/DRG expertise to code complex trauma, transplant, and surgical cases on-site.
Join a dynamic hospital coding team in Cambridge, Massachusetts (Boston area). This on-site hospital coding job is ideal for medical coders and health information management (HIM) professionals who want to work with high-complexity trauma cases, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain industry-standard coding accuracy using Epic and 3M.
Job Details - Location: Cambridge, MA (zip code 02138) - Boston area, Massachusetts medical coding jobs
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,240 - $1,378
- Employment Type: On-Site hospital coding role
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Shifts Per Week: 5
- Shift Duration: 8 hours (any shift)
- Contract Length: 26 weeks (with potential for extension)
- Start Date: March 23, 2026
- End Date: September 19, 2026
Qualifications / Job Requirements - Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required; equivalent certifications (CPC, RHIA, RHIT) considered
- Minimum 3 years of recent inpatient coding experience; experience in OB/NB, transplants, and high-complexity surgical coding preferred
- Proficient in Epic and 3M coding systems; familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and hospital coding workflows
- Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, MS-DRG and inpatient coding guidelines
- Excellent attention to detail with ability to handle complex trauma and surgical cases independently
- Must complete and pass the BILH Coder Assessment with a minimum score of 80%
- Experience with clinical documentation improvement (CDI) and provider querying is a plus
Key Responsibilities - Perform high-quality inpatient coding for Level 1 trauma, OB/NB, transplants, surgical services, and complex medical stays
- Assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and MS-DRG codes and ensure correct DRG assignment for inpatient encounters
- Use Epic and 3M to code encounters, validate coding accuracy, and comply with payer and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with clinical teams, CDI, and case management to resolve documentation and coding discrepancies
- Maintain productivity and quality standards (target: 1.5 charts per hour) while ensuring coding compliance
- Participate in coding audits, quality improvement initiatives, and coding education as needed
Why Join Our Healthcare Team - On-site hospital coding position in Cambridge, MA with competitive weekly pay
- Work with complex trauma and specialty cases that enhance coding skills and career growth
- Collaborative clinical environment near public transit and the Boston area
Ready to apply? Submit your resume, coding certifications, and availability. Candidates must be able to pass the BILH Coder Assessment (80% min). Apply now to join our hospital coding team and advance your career in inpatient coding and health information management.
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Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.