Experienced Inpatient Medical Coder III - Remote Work-from-Home Opportunity with Workwarp

Unlock Your Potential as a Coding Specialist with Workwarp

At Workwarp, we're dedicated to revolutionizing the healthcare industry through innovative solutions and a passionate team. As a leader in healthcare technology, we're committed to making a positive impact on the lives of patients and healthcare professionals alike. We're now seeking an experienced Inpatient Medical Coder III to join our dynamic team in a remote work-from-home capacity.

About the Role

As an Inpatient Medical Coder III, you will play a vital role in ensuring the accurate coding of clinical documentation and diagnostic results. Your expertise will be crucial in facilitating efficient billing processes, internal and external reporting, research endeavors, and overall regulatory compliance. If you're passionate about coding and committed to delivering high-quality results, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Coding Excellence: Review clinical documentation and diagnostic results, applying precise ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes to facilitate billing and support internal and external reporting needs.
• Process Improvement: Actively contribute to workflow changes and engage in process improvement projects to enhance accuracy and resolve billing-related errors.
• Productivity and Quality: Maintain a high standard of productivity and quality, striving for an accuracy rate of 95% or better in all coding tasks.
• Physician Collaboration: Verify the correct capture of all ICD-10 codes and ensure accurate physician abstraction, fostering effective collaboration.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated with coding guideline changes, identifying chargeable items for facility level within the department.
• Ancillary Outpatient Coding: Assign codes for diagnoses and treatment in ancillary outpatient encounters across multiple specialized departments.
• Ethical Coding Practices: Adhere to ethical coding standards set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and comply with official coding guidelines.
• Adaptability: Utilize technical coding principles and APC reimbursement expertise to assign appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 procedures.
• Specialized Department Coding: Assign codes for diagnoses, treatment, and procedures across various specialized departments, including Outpatient ancillary, Emergency Department, and Inpatient and Outpatient Surgery.
• Inpatient Expertise: Determine the correct principal diagnosis, co-morbidities, complications, secondary conditions, and surgical procedures for inpatient coding.
• MS-DRG and POA Indicators: Assign MS-DRG, Present on Admission (POA) indicators, Hospital Acquired conditions, and accurately abstract discharge dispositions.
• Physician Collaboration: Follow established policies and procedures to query physicians when documentation is unclear or conflicting.

Qualifications and Requirements

To excel in this role, you must possess:

• Experience: A minimum of five years of advancing experience in inpatient coding within an acute care facility.
• Certification: Mandatory Certification - CCS Credential.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is a prerequisite. Completion of a certified coding program or graduation from a CAHIM accredited HIT program is mandatory.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Knowledge of coding guidelines and regulations.
• Experience with coding software and technology.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Skills and Competencies

To succeed as an Inpatient Medical Coder III, you'll need:

• Strong understanding of ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding systems.
• Ability to analyze complex clinical documentation and diagnostic results.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in coding tasks.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing coding guidelines and regulations.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At Workwarp, we're committed to the growth and development of our team members. As an Inpatient Medical Coder III, you'll have access to:

• Ongoing training and education on coding guidelines and best practices.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
• Collaborative work environment with experienced coding professionals.

Work Environment and Company Culture

As a remote work-from-home employee, you'll enjoy:

• Flexible work arrangements and a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities to work with a dynamic and innovative team.
• A culture that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions.

Join Our Team!

If you're passionate about coding and committed to delivering high-quality results, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As an Inpatient Medical Coder III with Workwarp, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare technology. Don't miss out on this chance to join our dynamic team and take your career to the next level.

Apply now and become a part of our innovative team!