Inpatient Coding Specialist
This is a Fully Remote Job About Our Client: The organization operates in the healthcare sector, focusing on accurate medical documentation and coding to support proper reimbursement for services rendered. It addresses the challenge of ensuring precise coding and documentation integrity, which is crucial for compliance and financial accuracy in healthcare delivery. The entity collaborates closely with clinical and provider teams to maintain data quality and supports ongoing education to uphold documentation standards. About the Opportunity: The INPATIENT CODING SPECIALIST role is responsible for analyzing and auditing medical documentation to assign correct codes according to classification systems. This position ensures accurate translation of medical records, supports quality audits, manages denials, and monitors documentation trends. The specialist plays a vital role in safeguarding patient privacy and securing appropriate reimbursement for the services provided. Responsibilities: * Analyze and audit documentation for code assignment accuracy * Collaborate with providers and documentation integrity staff * Educate clinical staff on documentation standards as needed * Perform quality audits and manage denial processes * Collect data and monitor documentation patterns and trends * Ensure patient privacy and confidentiality Requirements: * Associate’s degree in Health Information, Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field * AHIMA or AAPC certification * At least 1 year of inpatient coding experience * Minimum 1 year experience in a medical office setting * Proficiency in ICD CM/PCS coding * Experience with EPIC electronic health records * Strong computer and keyboard skills * Effective verbal and written communication, especially with clinical staff * Excellent time management and prioritization * Detail-oriented Pay Range and Compensation Package: * Starting pay is $25.70 per hour; exact wage determined by years of related experience * Pay range: $25.70 to $38.57 per hour Benefits \& Perks: * Medical insurance * Dental insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Employee discounts * Tuition reimbursement and college grant programs Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin. Note: TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.