Summary
The Hospital Inpatient Coder Senior applies extensive knowledge of ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding, ICD-10-PCS procedure coding, and MS-DRG assignment for complex hospital inpatient services. This role reviews and interprets clinical documentation in inpatient records, abstracts data in compliance with national and regional policies, and clarifies physician documentation through a facility-established query process.
The position also serves as a subject matter expert, supports less experienced team members with operational policies, assists with training and onboarding new staff, and participates in special projects assigned by Mid Revenue Cycle leadership.
Minimum Education
- High School Diploma or GED
Minimum Experience
- Five years of hospital inpatient coding experience with ICD-10 diagnosis codes, procedure codes, and MS-DRG
Required Certification
One of the following certifications is required:
- CCS: Certified Coding Specialist
- CPC: Certified Professional Coder
- COC: Certified Outpatient Coder
- CCS-P: Certified Coding Specialist - Physician
- RHIT: Registered Health Information Technician
- RHIA: Registered Health Information Administrator
- CIC: Certified Inpatient Coder
Certifications issued by a governing body such as AHIMA or AAPC may also be considered.
Required Skills
- Thorough understanding of how data quality affects prospective payment, utilization, and reimbursement across multiple medical specialties
- Experience coding hospital inpatient electronic medical records
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with automated patient care and coding systems
- Proficiency with MS Office software
- Extensive knowledge of AHA Coding Clinic guidelines, ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding guidelines, MS-DRG, APR-DRG, CMS guidelines, and NCHS resources
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree in healthcare or a related field
- Experience with oncology-related coding services
Location
Tampa, Florida, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Senior
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 week ago