Inpatient Coder Specialist

Advocate Aurora Health

Remote, US
Base: $28.55 - $42.85 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Fully remote
Icd-10 cm/pcs coding expertise
Cpt and hcpcs code assignment
Complex inpatient documentation review
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking an Inpatient Coder Specialist for a fully remote position that requires significant experience in hospital-based inpatient coding. The role involves complex coding responsibilities, adherence to compliance standards, and collaboration with clinical teams to ensure accurate coding practices

Job Summary

  • This role requires advanced proficiency in assigning diagnosis and procedure codes for complex inpatient cases using ICD-10 CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS guidelines.
  • The incumbent serves as a subject matter expert who collaborates with Clinical Documentation Improvement teams to ensure accurate DRG matching and reimbursement.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and educational assistance programs for eligible team members.

Matching Summary

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Advocate Aurora Health is seeking an Inpatient Coder Specialist for a fully remote position that requires significant experience in hospital-based inpatient coding. The role involves complex coding responsibilities, adherence to compliance standards, and collaboration with clinical teams to ensure accurate coding practices.

Salary

Base: $28.55 - $42.85 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid Time Off, medical/dental/vision, retirement match, educational assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • ICD-10 CM/PCS coding expertise
  • CPT and HCPCS code assignment
  • Complex inpatient documentation review
  • DRG and CDI collaboration
  • EMR and computer-assisted coding software

Nice-to-have

  • Subject matter expert leadership
  • Payer audit participation
  • Clinical terminology research skills
  • Policy modification recommendations

Key Requirements

  • 7 years inpatient coding experience in acute care tertiary facility
  • Coding certification from AAPC or AHIMA
  • Associate's Degree in Health Information Management or related field
  • Experience with revenue cycle processes and CDI workflows

Work Rights

Not specified

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