Joining AdventHealth means being part of a mission-driven organization focused on whole-person care. This inpatient surgical coder role supports accurate coding, DRG assignment, and revenue cycle performance for inpatient surgical and procedure-based records.
Schedule
- Full time
- Day shift (United States of America)
Location
- 3100 E Fletcher Ave, Tampa, Florida 33613
Key Responsibilities
- Assign ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for inpatient surgical and procedure-based records
- Ensure accurate DRG assignment reflecting procedures performed and patient acuity
- Review documentation to validate procedural coding, sequencing, and clinical alignment
- Maintain productivity and turnaround time standards to support DNFB reduction and revenue cycle performance
- Apply coding guidelines, regulatory requirements, and payer rules to ensure compliant coding practices
- Identify documentation gaps related to procedures and collaborate with CDI for clarification when appropriate
- Incorporate audit findings and education into daily coding practice
- Review documentation to identify MCC/CC capture opportunities
- Participate in quality reviews and respond to audit feedback and performance improvement initiatives
- Maintain knowledge of coding updates, PCS guidelines, and regulatory changes
Requirements & Qualifications
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 4+ years of acute care hospital coding experience, including heavy PCS coding of complex surgeries
- Or 4 years of hospital coding plus completion of the AdventHealth inpatient surgical coding training
- CCS, RHIA, RHIT, or CPC certification required
Knowledge and Skills
- Ability to interpret clinical documentation and its impact on coding and DRG assignment
- Knowledge of ICD-10-CM coding, low acuity procedures, and inpatient reimbursement (IPPS)
- Understanding of CDI processes and documentation requirements
- Ability to identify coding and documentation risks
- Ability to write compliant queries
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and collaboration across clinical, CDI, and coding teams
Benefits & Perks
Benefits and Perks
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance from day one
- Paid time off from day one
- 403(b) retirement plan
- 4 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
- Career development opportunities
- Whole person well-being resources
- Mental health resources and support
- Pet benefits
Location
Tampa, Florida, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Senior
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
2 weeks ago
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