Inpatient Coder

Inpatient Coder – CCS Required

Position: Inpatient Coder

Specialties: Oncology, Spinal, and Cardiology

Required Certification: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Experience: 3+ years of Trauma Level I / Academic Hospital Coding

EMR/Coding Systems: Epic and Solventum

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Inpatient Coder with a strong background in Trauma Level I or academic hospital coding. The ideal candidate will have expertise in inpatient coding, particularly in Oncology, Spinal, and Cardiology cases, along with hands-on experience using Epic and Solventum. Candidates should be comfortable working in complex coding environments, managing challenging workflows, and adapting quickly to changing priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Review inpatient medical records to accurately assign ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes.
• Perform inpatient coding for Oncology, Spinal, and Cardiology cases.
• Apply official coding guidelines, documentation standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Review clinical documentation to ensure accurate code assignment, sequencing, and DRG reimbursement.
• Navigate complex cases and challenging workflows in a fast-paced hospital environment.
• Utilize Epic and Solventum coding systems to complete coding assignments efficiently.
• Maintain coding accuracy, productivity, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with clinical documentation improvement (CDI) specialists and other healthcare professionals to clarify documentation when necessary.
• Stay current with ICD-10-CM/PCS coding updates and official coding guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Active Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credential.
• Minimum of 3 years of inpatient coding experience in a Trauma Level I or academic hospital setting.
• Experience coding complex inpatient cases, preferably in Oncology, Spinal, and Cardiology.
• Hands-on experience with Epic and Solventum coding systems.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, DRG assignment, and inpatient coding guidelines.
• Ability to adapt to challenging workflows, changing priorities, and complex medical records.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and commitment to coding accuracy.