The Inpatient Coder III at United Health Services (UHS) is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and quality of complex inpatient coding. This role uses advanced ICD-10-CM/PCS expertise to support compliant coding practices, appropriate reimbursement, and reliable data that informs patient care and organizational performance.
Working closely with physicians, HIM partners, and coding colleagues, the coder contributes to audits, continuous improvement efforts, and team development while helping strengthen healthcare outcomes across the communities UHS serves.
Work details
- Department: Facility Coding, UHS Revenue Cycle Operations
- Shift: Day
- Weekly hours: 40
Requirements & Qualifications
Required
- Associate degree in Health Information Technology (HIT)
- AHIMA Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification
- AAPC Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) certification or AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification
- At least 5 years of direct experience performing the exact or very similar duties required by the job within the same role or function
- At least 5 years of healthcare experience working in the healthcare industry in any job function
- At least 5 years of experience in the same work environment or setting (hospital, practice, department/division)
- At least 5 years of technical/systems experience using specialized tools, software, or equipment required for the role
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management (HIM)
- AHIMA Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification
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 including pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection
- PTO accrues from 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 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
Senior
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago
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