Him Inpatient Coder

Overview

• Provide specialized coding expertise to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
• Interpret and apply coding guidelines to support accurate claims processing and reimbursement.
• Perform detailed audits of inpatient medical records to ensure coding accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement coding standards and policies.
• Analyze health data to inform policy decisions and improve reimbursement processes.
• Adapt to evolving industry demands to enhance coding efficiency and compliance.
• Contribute to the improvement of healthcare quality through precise coding practices.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Ensure accurate coding of diagnoses and procedures in inpatient medical records.
• Monitor and implement updates to coding regulations and standards.
• Conduct audits to identify and rectify coding discrepancies and compliance issues.
• Develop and deliver educational programs on coding practices and documentation.
• Generate statistical reports to support compliance and quality assurance initiatives.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure accurate reporting and data validation.
• Assist in policy development to enhance coding quality and operational efficiency.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of inpatient coding experience essential.
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification required.
• Proficiency with encoder and EMR systems preferred.
• Knowledge of coding compliance standards and denials management advantageous.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills required.
• Expertise in ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding systems essential.