Medical Coder

INPATIENT MEDICAL CODER - ACUTE CARE

Location Sherman, TX | Onsite

COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE
* $33.00+ per hour (Based on Experience)
* Full-Time schedule
* Employment type: W2

ROLE IMPACT
The Inpatient Medical Coder plays a critical role in ensuring accurate code assignment and reimbursement integrity for acute care hospital services. This position supports compliant revenue cycle operations by translating complex clinical documentation into precise ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification) and ICD-10-PCS (Procedure Coding System) codes. Success in this role directly impacts MS-DRG (Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Group) accuracy, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities
* Review and analyze acute care inpatient medical records to assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes
* Assign ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes in accordance with official coding guidelines
* Ensure accurate MS-DRG assignment to support appropriate reimbursement
* Abstract required clinical data into the Health Information Management (HIM) system
* Query physicians for documentation clarification when needed and support audit processes

Minimum Qualifications
* 2+ years of acute care inpatient hospital coding experience
* Strong working knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and MS-DRG assignment methodologies
* High school diploma or equivalent

Core Tools & Systems
* Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
* Hospital coding and abstracting software
* MS-DRG grouper tools
* Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Skills
* Associate's degree in Health Information Management or related field
* CCS (Certified Coding Specialist - AHIMA), CPC, CCA, or other relevant coding credential
* Experience in specialty or rehabilitation hospital environments

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