J. Edward Staffing LLC
Hartford, CT, USA
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...