Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented and certified Inpatient Medical Coder to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing clinical documentation and assigning accurate codes for inpatient encounters in compliance with coding guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Review and analyze inpatient medical records to assign accurate ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and DRG codes
Ensure coding accuracy, completeness, and compliance with AHIMA/AAPC standards
Interpret clinical documentation including physician notes, lab results, and discharge summaries
Query physicians when documentation is insufficient or unclear
Meet productivity and quality benchmarks
Stay updated with coding changes, payer guidelines, and compliance requirements
Collaborate with QA and audit teams for continuous improv...