Inpatient Coder III

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine

Inpatient coder reviewing hospital records and assigning ICD-10 codes for Tufts Medicine, an integrated Massachusetts health system. Ensuring accurate documentation, billing, audits, and reimbursement.

Posted 8/19/2026part-timeRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $32 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding, with a strong ability to review and abstract medical records accurately. Proficient in collaborating with healthcare providers and staff to ensure compliance and improve documentation processes.

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ICD-10-CM CodingICD-10-PCS CodingCCS CertificationCIC CertificationEMR Experience

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Hard Skills

Medical Record ReviewCoding Guidelines UtilizationChart AuditingData AbstractionCoding Issue IdentificationDocumentation Deficiency QueryingTimely Account SubmissionCPT Coding System KnowledgeDRG KnowledgeAPG Knowledge

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsAbility to Work Under PressureTime Management

Tools & Technologies

EpicExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

CCSCICRHIARHIT

Industry Keywords

Medical TerminologyAnatomyPhysiologyCoding ClinicGovernment Payor PoliciesCommercial Payor Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review medical records to assure accurate specificity of inpatient diagnoses and procedures
Utilize ICD-10-CM and PCS codes according to coding guidelines
Communicate with providers and appropriate staff regarding missing diagnoses, procedures, and documentation
Create deficiencies in Epic for missing documentation
Review denial reports with leadership and participate in internal and external audits
Inform the supervisor about unusual or problematic accounts, issues, concerns, and improvement opportunities
Abstract clinical and demographic data from patient records
Audit charts before coding and query providers or departments about documentation deficiencies
Assign accurate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes
Review reports, audit lists, coding/billing changes, and denial reports
Identify coding issues, summarize findings, and recommend corrective actions
Work with physicians to resolve coding and documentation discrepancies
Submit accounts accurately and within required timelines
Code and abstract medical records within 72 hours of patient discharge
Follow up on assigned discharges for final coding
Answer coding questions from interdepartmental staff
Document special project results and recommendations
Collaborate with Compliance, Educators, Auditors, peers, and colleagues
Maintain communication with providers and office personnel
Participate in coding audits and work closely with the DRG Validator
Attend meetings, education sessions, and projects as requested
Promote excellent customer service and communicate process improvement opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
Current CCS, CIC, RHIA, or RHIT certification/credential
Three (3) years of ICD-10-CM and PCS coding experience
EMR experience
Ability to conduct training from 6 AM to 6 PM EST, Monday through Friday
Weekend coverage strongly preferred
Ability to read and write in English
Knowledge of Excel and basic computer skills
Working knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT coding system, DRG, APG, government and commercial payor policies, Coding Clinic, disease processes, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, balance multiple tasks, and communicate with colleagues and medical staff virtually or by phone

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 30 hours per week
Flexibility with start/end time
100% remote work
Comprehensive Total Rewards package supporting health, financial security, and career growth
Fair and competitive compensation
Career growth opportunities