What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inpatient Coder Non-Clinical - Health and Information Management position at LHH Recruitment Solutions?
Job Description
Job Description
Job Opportunity : Inpatient Coder (Remote for MD, PA, VA, WV, or DC)
Location : 100% Remote (Candidates must reside in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, or District of Columbia)
Duration : Contract to hire
Shift : Flexible, but cannot work between 6 PM & 7 PM EST
Equipment : Candidates must provide their own equipment and have reliable high-speed internet
Job Summary :
LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Inpatient Coder for a confidential client for a remote position. This role involves coding and abstracting medical records of inpatients, primarily handling non-trauma but complex IP records. The coder will also be responsible for coding day surgery, emergency, and outpatient records. The position requires adherence to established conventions and guidelines, with a focus on accuracy and production standards.
Key Responsibilities :
Coding : Review medical records to determine physicians' diagnoses / procedures and assign ICD-10CM / PCS codes. Write and follow up on queries, assign appropriate APR / DRG, and adhere to the Coding Compliance plan.
Abstracting : Extract predetermined information from various records and enter it into the medical record abstract. Ensure abstracts are complete and ready for billing.
Communication : Keep co-workers and management informed by submitting management reports, notifying of missing documents, and working with Clinical Documentation Specialists. Participate in department meetings and assist with training new employees.
Research : Ensure records are coded, grouped, and abstracted properly by contacting other departments and physicians for necessary information. Utilize references and resources to determine appropriate codes.
Minimum Requirements :
Associate's degree in HIM, HIT, or related field
3-5 years of relevant coding experience
CCS with 5 years of experience, or RHIT, or RHIA required
Must complete 2 charts per day with 98% accuracy
Ortho coding experience preferred
Pay Details : $37.00 to $40.00 per hour
Search managed by : Mandy Dillinger
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and / or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable :
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Salary : $37 - $40
