Inpatient Medical Coding Specialist – Per Diem

Huron

Inpatient Medical Coding Specialist analyzing physician documentation in health records at Huron Consulting. Responsible for coding diagnoses and procedures in compliance with industry standards.

Posted 7/24/2026part-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $26 - $38 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Inpatient coding, including MS-DRG and APR DRG assignments, while ensuring compliance with reimbursement guidelines and regulations. Proficient in utilizing encoder software and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of medical terminology and coding practices.

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Inpatient Coding ExperienceMS-DRG AssignmentICD-CM CodingEncoder Software ProficiencyCritical Thinking Skills

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Hard Skills

Medical TerminologyAnatomy and PhysiologyDiagnostic CodingProcedural CodingPOA IdentificationSOI IndicatorsROM IndicatorsHAC IdentificationPSI IdentificationComputer Assisted Coding

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationProblem-Solving SkillsWorkload PrioritizationIntegrity and Caring

Tools & Technologies

Encoder Software ApplicationsWindows ApplicationsEmailWeb-Based Training Tools

Industry Keywords

Inpatient Health RecordsHospital ReimbursementAcute Care CodingBilling and Claims ResolutionHealthcare Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides high level technical competency and subject matter expertise analyzing physician/provider documentation in Inpatient health records to determine the principal diagnosis, secondary diagnoses, principal procedure and secondary procedures.
Assigns appropriate Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Groups (MS-DRG), All Patient Refined DRGs (APR), Present on Admission (POA), as well as Severity of Illness (SOI) & Risk of Mortality (ROM) indicators for Inpatient records.
Identifies Hospital Acquired Conditions (HAC), Patient Safety Indicators (PSI) to ensure accurate hospital reimbursement.
Utilizes encoder software applications, which includes all applicable online tools and references in the assignment of International Classification of Diseases, Clinical Modification (ICD-CM) diagnosis and procedure codes, MS-DRG, APR DRG, POA, SOI & ROM assignments.
Reviews Inpatient health record documentation, as part of the coding process, to assess the presence of clinical evidence/indicators to support diagnosis code and MS-DRG, APR DRG assignments to potentially decrease denials.
Works with HIM and Patient Financial Services (PFS) teams, when needed, to help resolve billing, claims, denial and appeals issues affecting reimbursement.
Maintains current knowledge of changes in Inpatient coding and reimbursement guidelines and regulations as well as new applications or settings for Inpatient coding e.g., Hospital at Home.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current permanent U.S. Work Authorization required.
Three (3) years of current acute care or Inpatient coding experience is required.
Extensive, comprehensive working knowledge of medical terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, diagnostic and procedural coding and MS-DRG, APR DRG assignment.
Must be proficient in identifying POA, SOI and ROM indicators for Inpatient records as well as HACs and PSIs to ensure accurate hospital reimbursement.
Current experience utilizing encoding/grouping software and Computer Assisted Coding (CAC) is preferred.
Ability to use a standard desktop/laptop, email and other Windows applications, if needed, Internet and web-based training tools preferred.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing diverse perspectives.
Must exhibit critical thinking skills, strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize workload.
Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid Time Off
Wellness Programs
401(k) plan with employer match
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance