Hospital Inpatient Coder Ii - Remote

The HB IP Coder reviews, interprets, and translates provider medical diagnostic and procedural documentation into appropriate codes following hospital inpatient claims and reporting requirements. The HB Inpatient Coder initiates provider queries as needed to support accurate and comprehensive code assignment.

• This position is 100% remote work. Individual may live anywhere in the US.

**This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship / we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position.

• Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years of relevant hospital inpatient coding experience.
• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or coding credential of a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) required.

Additional Qualifications:

• Requires strong accuracy, attentiveness to detail and time management skills for translating complex medical documentation into diagnostic classification system codes.
• Knowledge of hospital inpatient coding principles including Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) assignment logic, conditions affecting hospital quality measures such as Hospital Acquired Conditions, Present on Admission, and HCCs.
• In-depth knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, patient health record content and the medical record coding process.
• Ability to work concurrently in a fast-paced environment with identified productivity requirements and with individuals having diverse personalities and work styles.

License or Certification:

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or coding credential of a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) required.