Clinical Coding Specialist
SmarterDx
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $75,000 - $105,000 per year
About the role
- Review and analyze medical records to ensure coding accuracy in a timely fashion
- Identify opportunities for improvement in coding models
- Understand and apply coding guidelines to assign appropriate codes to diagnoses and procedures as supported by clinical documentation
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current on documentation and coding guidelines
- Contribute to process improvement efforts to enhance coding practices and support efficient and effective healthcare delivery
Requirements
- 5+ years of recent experience in performing inpatient coding and/or auditing
- Strong expertise in ICD-10 classification system
- Active RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS credential(s)
- Experience reviewing complex medical records and applying coding conventions and guidelines accurately
- Familiarity with DRG and inpatient reimbursement methodologies
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify subtle coding inaccuracies
- Experience with coding audits, QA, or validation workflows
- Strong written communication for documenting rationale and feedback.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision – Comprehensive plans with leading insurance providers, covering 75% of your premiums, depending on the plan.
- Paid Parental Leave – Generous paid leave to support families through birth or adoption: Up to 12 weeks for parents.
- Remote-First Team – Work from anywhere in the U.S.
- Unlimited PTO & 10 Holidays – So you can relax and recharge.
- 401(k) with Traditional & Roth Options – Tax-advantaged retirement savings through Fidelity with a 4% match.
- Minimal Bureaucracy – A fast-moving, high-impact environment where you can focus on what matters.
- Incredible Teammates! – Work alongside smart, supportive, and mission-driven colleagues.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
inpatient codingICD-10 classification systemcoding guidelinescoding auditsQA workflowsvalidation workflowsDRG methodologiescoding conventionsmedical record reviewprocess improvement
Soft Skills
attention to detailwritten communicationanalytical skillsproblem-solvingprofessional developmentcollaborationfeedback documentationtimelinessadaptabilitycritical thinking
Certifications
RHIARHITCCS