Senior Inpatient Coder Abstractor

Overview

Munson Healthcare is seeking a Senior Inpatient Coder Abstractor to analyze inpatient medical records, assign diagnosis and procedure codes, and abstract record data in support of accurate reimbursement and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Review inpatient medical records to determine which items should be coded and abstracted
• Assign ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT-4 procedure codes according to national and departmental guidelines and AHIMA Code of Ethics
• Abstract and edit medical record data as required
• Assign and enter charges for ER EM levels, infusions, injections, and procedures per departmental guidelines
• Communicate with physicians and Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists to clarify documentation and support correct code assignment
• Maintain personal coding reference materials and participate in ongoing education to keep coding skills current
• Support accurate reimbursement, compliance, and productivity standards

Additional Details

• Eligible for a $4,500 sign-on bonus
• Requires inpatient coding experience with complex diagnoses and procedures
• Experience with prebill processes and collaboration with CDI is preferred