Remote Full Time Facility Inpatient Acute Care Medical Coder

About Our Client:
The organization operates in the healthcare services industry, focusing on reducing administrative, clinical, and operational burdens for healthcare providers. It supports large health systems across the United States by delivering data-driven solutions and expertise designed to improve care quality, scalability, and financial sustainability.
About the Opportunity:
The FACILITY INPATIENT ACUTE CARE MEDICAL CODER is responsible for accurately reviewing and coding inpatient medical records to ensure correct diagnosis and procedure documentation. This role directly contributes to proper classification and reimbursement processes, supporting the organization’s goal of delivering reliable healthcare data and enhancing operational efficiency.
Responsibilities:
Review medical records to identify diagnoses and procedures related to patient encounters
Select principal diagnosis and procedure following UHDDS definitions
Ensure accurate DRG assignment
Abstract information from records per client guidelines
Maintain productivity and quality standards
Use Aquity applications for real-time chart coding
Request physician clarification for ambiguous documentation
Participate in team meetings, training, and coding roundtables
Stay current with coding guidelines and maintain credentials
Communicate professionally and contribute to a positive work environment
Requirements:
Coding credentials: CCS
Minimum of 3 years recent inpatient coding experience
Experience coding for large acute care Level 1 trauma centers
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and disease processes
Extensive knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding, reimbursement systems, and regulations
Ability to pass inpatient coding proficiency test
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail and coding accuracy
Proficiency with Google Suite
Pay Range and Compensation Package:
The pay range for this position is $36 per hour to $43 per hour, based on factors including market conditions, location, education, experience, and certifications
Benefits & Perks:
Healthcare
401(k)
Paid time off
Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.
Note:
RemoteHunter is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.

Work arrangement
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