INPATIENT MEDICAL CODER – ACUTE CARE
Location Sherman, TX | Onsite
COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE
• $40.00+ per hour (based on experience)
• Full-time schedule
• Employment type: W2
ROLE IMPACT
The Inpatient Medical Coder ensures accurate code assignment and reimbursement integrity for acute care hospital services. This role 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. Performance in this position directly supports 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
• Apply ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes in accordance with official coding guidelines
• Ensure accurate MS-DRG assignment to support proper reimbursement
• Abstract required clinical data into the Health Information Management (HIM) system
• Query physicians for documentation clarification as needed and assist with audit activities
Minimum Qualifications
• 2+ years of acute care inpatient hospital coding experience
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and MS-DRG assignment methodologies
• High school diploma or equivalent required
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 preferred
• CCS (Certified Coding Specialist – AHIMA), CPC, CCA, or other relevant coding credential preferred
• Experience in specialty or rehabilitation hospital settings
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