Inpatient Medical Coder– DRG Specialist - Remote

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In this role, we will look to you to analyze and interpret complex records in order to identify and accurately bill for Trauma 1 facility Inpatient services. Specifically, you will assign and sequence correct diagnostic and procedure codes in compliance with third party payor requirements, and when necessary, obtain clarification when presented with conflicting, ambiguous, or non-specific documentation.

Requirements

At least 2 years of inpatient coding experience in a trauma 1 setting.; RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS, CIC certification; Strong communication, analytical and research skills with a keen attention to detail; Coding concepts for facility diagnosis and procedure coding and DRG assignment; Legal and policy directives pertinent to coding; Be familiar with proper reference materials, standards and guidelines for coding; Experience using various EMRs and encoders, or ability to learn quickly; Confidentiality requirements