
Inpatient Coder (CCS / CIC) - Remote
Job Description
Role Title: Medical Coder (CCS / CIC)
Role Type: Contractor
Location: Remote
We are seeking certified Medical Coders to support an AI training project focused on inpatient medical coding, documentation accuracy, and data quality.
Key Responsibilities
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Review and annotate inpatient medical records using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS.
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Identify and sequence principal and secondary diagnoses.
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Assign POA indicators and validate MS-DRG classifications, including CCs and MCCs.
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Apply official inpatient coding guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic guidance.
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Identify hospital-acquired conditions and patient safety indicators.
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Resolve documentation ambiguities and provide feedback to improve coding accuracy and AI performance.
Required Qualifications
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Active AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or AAPC Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) credential.
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Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and MS-DRG methodology.
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Hands-on inpatient coding experience across diverse clinical settings.
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Ability to review complex medical records and apply current coding guidelines.
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Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail.
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Access to current coding references and MS-DRG grouper tools.