Coding Analyst - Inpatient (Remote Position)

Coding Analyst - Inpatient (Remote Position)-(250003FD)

Description

The Coding Analyst reports to the Manager of Coding and will demonstrate expertise in the coding and analysis of pediatric medical records. The Coding Analyst is responsible to review, analyze, and code diagnostic and procedural information for technical or professional services that determine the care and treatment provided to the patient. The primary function of this position is to perform ICD-10-CM, CPT, ICD-10-PCS (IP tech / DRG) and HCPCS coding for Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance payments. The coding function will ensure compliance with established coding guidelines, third party reimbursement policies, regulations and accreditation guidelines.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED (Required) And

Associate's Degree (Preferred)

Minimum Work Experience

1 year Hospital-based coding experience required; pediatric experience preferred. (Required)

Demonstrated experience in coding inpatient hospital stays (assigning ICD-10-CM / PCS, APR-DRG / MS-DRG assignments), pediatric experience (Preferred).

Functional Accountabilities

Productivity and Accuracy

• Assign and sequence ICD-10-CM / CPT / HCPCS / ICD-10-PCS (IP tech / DRG) codes to diagnosis and operative procedures for documented information; assure the final diagnosis and operative procedures as stated by the physician are valid and complete; abstract all necessary information from health records to identify secondary complications and co-morbid conditions.
• Meet department accuracy and productivity standards for coding, abstracting, and record reconciliation activities.
• Abstract all necessary information and assign codes ICD-10-CM / CPT / HCPCS / ICD-10-PCS (IP tech / DRG) , which most accurately describe each documented diagnosis, surgical procedure and special therapy or procedure according to established guidelines

Billing Documentation

Verification

Organizational Accountabilities

Organizational Accountabilities (Staff)

Organizational Commitment / Identification

Teamwork / Communication

Performance Improvement / Problem-solving

Cost Management / Financial Responsibility

Safety

Primary Location

: Maryland-Silver Spring

Other Locations

: District of Columbia-Washington

Work Locations

: Dorchester12200 Plum Orchard DrSilver Spring20904

Job

: Health Information Management and Coding

Organization

: FinancePosition Status : R (Regular)-FT - Full-TimeShift : DayWork Schedule : Monday - Friday - 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM

Job Posting

: Jan 16, 2026, 11 : 41 : 26 AM

Full-Time Salary Range

: 59155.2-98571.2