Inpatient Coder

Position Description

Code inpatient records with appropriate ICD-10-CM diagnosis and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes while maintaining compliance with official coding guidelines and client guidelines.

Position Responsibilities

• Analyze, evaluate and review client medical records to ensure accuracy of code assignment
• Prepare daily coding logs
• Demonstrates proficiency in coding including ICD-10 while maintaining a 95% accuracy
• Follow and adhere to AHIMA’s Standards of Ethical Coding, all applicable regulations and guidelines, and all client-specific policies
• Maintain productivity based on national standards and/or client-specific standards
• Other duties as assigned based on company needs and client projects

Certification/Experience

• RHIA/RHIT/CCS credential(s) preferred (at least one HIM/Coding credential required)
• Minimum of 5 years of hospital-based, inpatient coding experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

“YES-HIM Consulting, Inc. is a progressive health information management company that values their employees and demonstrates it by providing a “on the job” continuing education presented by top-notch HIM educators, a flexible and friendly work environment, and a great benefit package including paid vacation, holidays and sick time.”

Diana – RHIA, CCS, CDIP