Remote Inpatient Medical Coder (CCS, RHIT or RHIA, 3yrs Experience)

Job description: Employment type: Contract (initial 3 months; likely extension) Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday (flexible daytime hours) Location: Remote (U.S. only) About the Role We’re hiring an experienced Inpatient Medical Coder to support acute-care facility coding for a Level I Trauma Hospital. The ideal candidate is AHIMA-credentialed, highly accurate with ICD-10-CM/PCS and MS-DRG/APR-DRG assignment. Key Responsibilities • Review inpatient medical records and assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes with appropriate DRG assignment (MS-DRG/APR-DRG as applicable). • Ensure compliance with AHIMA, AHA Coding Clinic, CMS, and facility guidelines. • Query providers per policy to clarify documentation and support compliant code/DRG selection. • Meet or exceed productivity and 95–98%+ quality standards. • Collaborate with HIM/CDI teams to resolve discrepancies and optimize documentation integrity. • Maintain HIPAA compliance and safeguard PHI in a remote work setting. • Required Qualifications • AHIMA credential: CCS, RHIT, or RHIA (active and in good standing). • 3+ years recent inpatient facility coding experience. • Expert knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS, DRG methodologies, POA indicators, and encoder/reference tools (e.g., 3M, TruCode). • Strong understanding of payer guidelines, Medicare regulations, and official coding guidelines. • Reliable high-speed internet and a secure remote workspace. • Preferred Qualifications • Level I or Level II Trauma Hospital Experience • Experience partnering with CDI teams and responding to coder queries/audits • What We Offer • Competitive contract rates (W-2 or 1099 depending on engagement). • Consistent case volume and supportive HIM leadership. • Potential for contract extension and additional projects. • 40 Hours of PTO • Health and Vision Benefits • Paid Holidays • 401K How to Apply Submit your resume highlighting: • Active AHIMA credential(s) and credential number, • Years of inpatient coding experience, • Epic experience details (modules, years, environments), • Recent productivity/quality metrics (if available), and • Availability and preferred hourly rate. Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance • Experience: • RECENT inpatient coding: 3 years (Required) • License/Certification: • AHIMA: CCS, RHIT or RHIA Certification (No AAPC Certs) (Required) Apply tot his job