Job Details

Overview:

The Inpatient Coder Sr serves as the senior member of the corporate coding team by providing extensive knowledge for timely and accurate coding and DRG assignment. Performs the function of coding, DRG assignment, collection of predefined indicators, and abstracting medical records. Provides timely and accurate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for reimbursement and specific information for statistical purposes. Serves as a liaison between coders and CDS team on coding and documentation issues. Reviews SMART accounts on a daily basis as assigned.

**Eligible remote states include NC, FL, GA, SC, SD, TN, TX and VA.**

Department Description:

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure:
Registered Health Information Technician Or Registered Health Information Administrator Or Certified Coding Associate Or Certified Professional Coder Or Certified Coding Specialist Required

Education:
Associate's Degree Health Information Management Required - And Bachelor's Degree Health Information Management Or Related Field Preferred

Experience:
5 Years Coding - Inpatient And Diagnosis-Related Group Analysis Required