Medical Coder (Hartford)

Opportunity Description Growing Healthcare system is seeking a remote Inpatient Coder II for a long term contract role with great growth potential. Job Duties Analyzes medical records using the Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS) Interprets documentation and assigns proper International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Edition, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) diagnoses and ICD-10-Procedural Classification System (PCS) operative procedure codes utilizing designated software to include Computer Assisted Coding (CAC) and/or encoder, coding manuals and other reference material. Reviews DRG assigned to each record. Enters coded/abstracted information into software, analyzes DRG groupings, and observes for appropriate DRG assignment. Reviews high dollar and more complex cases including but not limited to, medical, surgical, behavioral health and IP Rehabilitation. Applies IRF-PAI guidelines for IP Rehabilitation coding. Experience & Skills Min 2 years' inpatient coding experience ICD 10-CM diagnostic and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes UHDDS Various DRG methodologies (MS-DRG, APR-DRG, Tricare, etc.) IP Rehabilitation IRF-PAI coding requirement Education & Certifications Associate's Degree or equivalent experience CCS (AHIMA)

Created: 2025-09-29