Medical Coder (Chicago)

Job Title : Inpatient Medical Coder

Location : REMOTE

Comp : $30-35 / hr

Benefits : For eligible employees, we offer medical, dental, vision, and 401K.

Position Summary :

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Inpatient Coder to accurately assign ICD-10-CM and PCS codes to inpatient medical records for proper billing, reimbursement, and data reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of coding guidelines, medical terminology, anatomy, and compliance requirements, as well as the ability to work independently in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Responsibilities :

• Review and analyze inpatient medical records to identify appropriate ICD-10-CM diagnosis and PCS procedure codes.
• Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with federal regulations, payer requirements, and official coding guidelines.
• Assign DRGs (Diagnosis-Related Groups) to inpatient cases to optimize reimbursement accuracy and documentation integrity.
• Collaborate with physicians and clinical documentation specialists (CDS) to clarify documentation and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of coding changes, regulatory updates, and hospital-specific policies.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of coded data to support quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
• Utilize electronic health records (EHR) systems and encoder software to efficiently code and abstract patient information.
• Meet productivity and accuracy standards set by the organization.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality protocols.
• Participate in continuing education and training to maintain coding certifications and expertise.

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