Coder – Inpatient

Rochester Regional Health

Coder handling inpatient medical coding for a healthcare organization. Extracting data, applying ICD-10 codes and ensuring reimbursement accuracy.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $22 - $32 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review clinical documentation and diagnostic results to extract data and apply appropriate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for billing, internal and external reporting, research, and regulatory compliance.
Demonstrate knowledge of reimbursement methodologies and apply these to assigned charts to optimize reimbursement and/or resolve regulatory edits.
Resolve error reports associated with billing process, identify and report error patterns, and, when necessary, assist in design and implementation of workflow changes to reduce billing errors.
Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), adheres to official coding guidelines, and keeps abreast of coding changes and interpretation of codes.
Complies with RRH & HIM department policies & procedures
Perform detailed review of Inpatient record documentation to identify & assign diagnosis & procedure codes using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS.
Meets established departmental productivity guidelines with 95% accuracy on a consistent basis.
Utilizes Care Connect, UDS and Clintegrity systems proficiently to obtain ICD10 codes and DRG assignment.
Formulates compliant Physician Coding Queries when documentation is inadequate, ambiguous or unclear for coding purposes
Enters and/or updates data accurately including Present on Admission (POA) indicators, Point of Origin, Discharge Disposition and other identified data.
Manages problematic workflow edits and other technical issues to ensure timely resolution specific to coding A/R days
Corrects failed claim errors to billing edits, accounts misclassified and/or other errors identified through various auditing processes in a timely manner.
Attends RGHS, HIM Department and Coding Team meetings and training sessions as required.
Ensure timely reporting for external regulations
Completes other duties as assigned by HIM leadership.
Provide assistance to customers (physicians, clinical quality staff) regarding clinical documentation opportunities, coding reimbursement issues, and quality improvement review process.

Requirements

What you’ll need

One of the following certifications is required: Applicable advance coding certification credential includes: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist - Physician Based (CCS-P), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Professional Coder Hospital Based (CPC-H), Certified Medical Coder (CMC), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Professional Coder Apprentice CPC-A, or a specialty coding certification.
Candidate with Associate degree from the and accredited American Health Information Management Associates (AHIMA) are required to sit for the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) exam within 1 year of hire
At least 2 years of progressive coding experience in a hospital or multi-specialty physician practice setting preferred.
For HOMECARE: Homecare Diagnosis Coding Specialist (HCS-D) certification required within 16 months of hire. Grandfather Clause:
If hired on or before September 30, 2018, 2 years of relevant work experience and one of the following coding certification credentials: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist - Physician Based (CCS-P), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Professional Coder - Hospital Based (CPC-H), Certified Medical Coder (CMC), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or a specialty coding certification and Associate’s degree in Health Information Management are required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Non-profit Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York. It operates multiple hospitals and healthcare facilities, providing a wide range of healthcare services, including emergency care, primary care, specialty clinics, and urgent care. The organization is committed to medical education and research, offering training programs, residencies, and clinical trials. Rochester Regional Health focuses on comprehensive care with emphasis on treating patients respectfully and meeting their diverse medical needs across all stages of life. Coder – Inpatient 🔥 3 minutes ago 🗽 New York – Remote 💵 $22 - $32 / hour ⏰ Full Time 🟢 Junior 🟡 Mid-level 🏥 Medical Billing and Coding Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Review clinical documentation and diagnostic results to extract data and apply appropriate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for billing, internal and external reporting, research, and regulatory compliance.
Demonstrate knowledge of reimbursement methodologies and apply these to assigned charts to optimize reimbursement and/or resolve regulatory edits.
Resolve error reports associated with billing process, identify and report error patterns, and, when necessary, assist in design and implementation of workflow changes to reduce billing errors.
Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), adheres to official coding guidelines, and keeps abreast of coding changes and interpretation of codes.
Complies with RRH & HIM department policies & procedures
Perform detailed review of Inpatient record documentation to identify & assign diagnosis & procedure codes using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS.
Meets established departmental productivity guidelines with 95% accuracy on a consistent basis.
Utilizes Care Connect, UDS and Clintegrity systems proficiently to obtain ICD10 codes and DRG assignment.
Formulates compliant Physician Coding Queries when documentation is inadequate, ambiguous or unclear for coding purposes
Enters and/or updates data accurately including Present on Admission (POA) indicators, Point of Origin, Discharge Disposition and other identified data.
Manages problematic workflow edits and other technical issues to ensure timely resolution specific to coding A/R days
Corrects failed claim errors to billing edits, accounts misclassified and/or other errors identified through various auditing processes in a timely manner.
Attends RGHS, HIM Department and Coding Team meetings and training sessions as required.
Ensure timely reporting for external regulations
Completes other duties as assigned by HIM leadership.
Provide assistance to customers (physicians, clinical quality staff) regarding clinical documentation opportunities, coding reimbursement issues, and quality improvement review process. 🎯 Requirements
One of the following certifications is required: Applicable advance coding certification credential includes: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist - Physician Based (CCS-P), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Professional Coder Hospital Based (CPC-H), Certified Medical Coder (CMC), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Professional Coder Apprentice CPC-A, or a specialty coding certification.
Candidate with Associate degree from the and accredited American Health Information Management Associates (AHIMA) are required to sit for the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) exam within 1 year of hire
At least 2 years of progressive coding experience in a hospital or multi-specialty physician practice setting preferred.
For HOMECARE: Homecare Diagnosis Coding Specialist (HCS-D) certification required within 16 months of hire. Grandfather Clause:
If hired on or before September 30, 2018, 2 years of relevant work experience and one of the following coding certification credentials: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist - Physician Based (CCS-P), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Professional Coder - Hospital Based (CPC-H), Certified Medical Coder (CMC), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or a specialty coding certification and Associate’s degree in Health Information Management are required. Apply Now 📊 Check your resume score for this job Improve your chances of getting an interview by checking your resume score before you apply. Check Resume Score Similar Jobs Coding Specialist II, PB Coding 🔥 4 hours ago Northwestern Medicine 10,000+ employees ⚕️ Healthcare Insurance 💊 Pharmaceuticals 🧘 Wellness Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Coding Specialist II at Northwestern Medicine performing complex CPT and ICD10 coding and collaborating with medical staff. Providing training in documentation and coding procedures. 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💵 $27 - $39 / hour 💰 $25M Grant on 2018-06 ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 🏥 Medical Billing and Coding Professional Fee Coder 🔥 5 hours ago Seattle Children's 10,000+ employees ⚕️ Healthcare Insurance 🤝 Non-profit 💊 Pharmaceuticals Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Professional Fee Coder at Seattle Children’s Hospital responsible for medical coding. Collaborating with compliance and clinical teams to ensure accurate and timely coding of procedures and diagnoses. 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💵 $29 - $43 / hour 💰 $200k Grant on 2022-09 ⏰ Full Time 🟢 Junior 🟡 Mid-level 🏥 Medical Billing and Coding Medical Coding Specialist – ER, Facilities 🔥 7 hours ago Emerus Holdings, Inc. 1001 - 5000 Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Medical Coding Specialist reviewing clinical data to assign ICD-10-CM and CPT codes for emergency facilities. Collaborating on documentation and coding processes in a fully remote role. 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💰 Private Equity Round on 2015-08 ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 🏥 Medical Billing and Coding Coder I 🔥 7 hours ago SSM Health 10,000+ employees ⚕️ Healthcare Insurance Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Join SSM Health as a Coder I, Professional ensuring accurate and timely coding of medical records. This remote role focuses on coding moderate complexity services across various platforms. 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💰 Debt Financing on 2019-11 ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 🏥 Medical Billing and Coding 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor PI Medical Coding Reviewer III, CPC, RHIT, RHIA required 🔥 7 hours ago CareSource 1001 - 5000 ⚕️ Healthcare Insurance Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Medical Coding Reviewer generating reports and analyzing performance related to Pre-Pay and Post-Paid Processes for CareSource. Collaborating with various teams to improve medical billing and coding protocols. 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💵 $62.7k - $100.4k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 🏥 Medical Billing and Coding 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor View More Medical Billing and Coding Jobs 🌐 Worldwide Built by Lior Neu-ner. I'd love to hear your feedback — Get in touch via DM or support@remoterocketship.com Search Search Jobs by country Search jobs by city Search jobs by job title Search entry-level jobs Search junior-level jobs Search senior-level jobs Search jobs by tech stack Search jobs by contract type Search remote internships Search remote part-time jobs Remote jobs Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Sales People Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Software Engineers Anywhere in the World Resources Advice Tips for finding remote jobs Interview questions and answers Resume examples Cover letter examples Post a job Affiliates Privacy policy Terms of service Job board SEO course AI Apply Copilot OpenClaw job finder Jobs by Country Remote jobs anywhere in the world (Worldwide remote jobs) Remote jobs United States Remote jobs Australia Remote jobs Brazil Remote jobs Canada Remote jobs France Remote jobs Ireland Remote jobs Germany Remote jobs Netherlands Remote jobs Spain Remote jobs UK Popular Jobs Remote data analyst jobs Remote customer support jobs Remote executive assistant jobs Remote marketing jobs Remote product designer jobs Remote product manager jobs Remote project manager jobs Remote recruiter jobs Remote sales jobs Remote software engineer jobs Jobs by Type Remote full-time jobs Remote part-time jobs Remote contract jobs Remote internship jobs Remote entry-level jobs Remote jobs with no experience required Remote junior jobs (1-3 years of experience) Digital nomad jobs Remote jobs with no degree required Freelance remote jobs Temporary remote jobs Remote jobs hiring now Stay at home mom jobs

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Hard Skills & Tools

ICD-10-CM codingICD-10-PCS codingbilling process managementerror report resolutiondata entry accuracycoding compliancediagnosis codingprocedure codingworkflow designauditing processes

Soft Skills

attention to detailproblem-solvingcommunicationcustomer serviceteam collaborationorganizational skillsadaptabilitycritical thinkingtime managementtraining and mentoring

Certifications

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)Certified Coding Specialist - Physician Based (CCS-P)Certified Professional Coder (CPC)Certified Professional Coder - Hospital Based (CPC-H)Certified Medical Coder (CMC)Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC-A)Homecare Diagnosis Coding Specialist (HCS-D)Associate degree in Health Information Management