Inpatient Coding Specialist, Health Information Management

Baptist Health

Inpatient Coding Specialist coding inpatient records for Baptist Health. Ensuring compliance and team collaboration in a supportive and engaging work environment.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $29 - $38 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Inpatient coding using ICD10CM/PCS, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and effective communication with healthcare teams. Proficient in data abstraction and familiar with encoder systems and payment policies.

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ICD10CM/PCS CodingAHIMA Certified Coding SpecialistAHIMA Registered Health Information TechnicianInpatient Facility CodingEncoder System Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Inpatient CodingData AbstractionCompliance with Coding RulesKnowledge of IPPSUnderstanding of DRG/MSDRGsNational and Local Coverage DeterminationProficiency in WordProficiency in Excel

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

AHIMA CCSAHIMA RHITRequired Coding Certificate

Industry Keywords

Regulatory AgenciesCMSOIG

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Accurately codes Inpatient records for the classification of all diseases, injuries, procedures, and operations using the ICD10CM/PCS coding system.
Ensures compliance of coding rules and regulations according to Regulatory Agencies (CMS, OIG).
Works as a team to meet departmental goals and AR goals.
Abstracts prescribed data elements from the medical records.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Must have AHIMA CCS or RHIT
AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist.
AHIMA Registered Health Information Technician.
Required coding certificate.
With extensive relevant experience and not CCS or RHIT certified upon hire they must obtain within 2 years.
Knowledge and thorough understanding of encoder system, Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS), DRG/MSDRGs and National and Local Coverage Determination, NCD and LCD, Policies.
Competency in Word and Excel.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, management staff, and physicians.
Minimum Required Experience: 3 years of inpatient facility coding

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career growth and development opportunities, with clear pathways and ongoing support
Comprehensive health and wellness resources that go beyond traditional benefits
A wellness program that can help employees eliminate their medical plan deductible, reducing out-of-pocket healthcare costs
Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and advancement
And so much more