The Inpatient Coder Level 2 performs independent coding of inpatient medical records, ensuring accuracy when assigning ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for inpatient hospital encounters in compliance with official coding guidelines, regulatory agencies, and hospital policies. This role requires prior coding experience and strong knowledge of DRG assignment, clinical documentation, and coding compliance.
Primary department: Coding Support Services, UHS Revenue Cycle Operations.
Primary work shift: Day.
Compensation is offered at an hourly rate of $27.80 - $41.69 depending on experience.
Requirements & Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- Two (2) years of inpatient coding experience
- CPC, RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CIC certification
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's degree in HIT or a related field
- CIC certification
Key Responsibilities
- Demonstrate proficient understanding of complex clinical scenarios, including comorbidities and complications
- Analyze detailed clinical documentation to identify relevant clinical indicators for accurate coding
- Perform and respond to documentation queries in a timely manner
- Apply strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding systems
- Participate in basic auditing and quality assurance activities
- Utilize problem-solving and critical thinking skills to resolve coding issues
- Communicate professionally with physicians and healthcare teams
- Work independently while meeting deadlines and productivity goals
- Identify cases requiring provider documentation clarification and collaborate with the CDI team
- Meet and maintain established coding productivity and accuracy standards
- Assist in mentoring Level 1 coders or new team members as needed
Benefits & Perks
Benefits and Perks
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week
- Flexible plan options and coverage tiers
- Discounted childcare through Bright Horizons
- Voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection
- PTO accrual starting day one
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Access to financial advisors
- Up to $400/year in wellness rewards
- 24/7 EAP counseling and virtual mental health support
- Food pantry and PTO donation program
- Professional attire support through the Classy Closet
- Access to 100,000+ online courses
- Leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility
Location
New York, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago
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