Texas Health Resources is hiring a Coding Quality Education Analyst (Inpatient) to join its HIMS Coding Department.
This role is primarily remote, with some onsite training potentially required. The position supports coding quality, auditing, and organizational improvement efforts for inpatient medical records. The schedule is generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with some flexibility.
Key responsibilities include auditing medical records, validating DRG, diagnosis, and procedure code assignments, supporting leadership with improvement initiatives, serving as a subject matter expert, and maintaining professional accountability.
Education
- Associate's degree in Health Information Services, Nursing, or a related field required
- High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of coding experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
Experience
- 3 years of coding experience in an acute care setting required
- 1 year of coding and documentation audit experience preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- One of the following upon hire required:
- RHIA
- RHIT
- CCS
- CCS-P
- CPMA
- APCIC
- CCDS
- CDIP
- RN applicants must also hold RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CDIP, CCDS, or CIC certification upon hire
Skills
- Proficiency with Excel, Word, Optum CAC, and EPIC
- Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT-4, APC, DRG, NCCI/OCE billing edits, and payer/regulatory requirements
- Ability to apply coding policies and procedures during record review
- Strong time management, organization, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to stay current on coding updates, technology, research, and regulatory changes
- ICD-10 AHIMA Academy training and certification preferred
Benefits include:
- 401(k)
- PTO
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible spending account options
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan repayment program
- Supportive team environment
- Flexible hours and scheduling
- Remote work opportunity
- Opportunities for growth
Location
Arlington, Texas, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Senior
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 month ago