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Inpatient Medical Coder

2+ years
$28 to $38 per hour
10 Sept. 9, 2024
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Why LexiCode?

LexiCode is a leading healthcare solutions company specializing in medical coding and consulting services. We are committed to accuracy, efficiency, and innovation, providing comprehensive coding solutions to healthcare organizations nationwide. Our team of highly skilled professionals is pivotal in ensuring precise reimbursement and compliance within the healthcare industry.

Why Join Us?

  • Fully Remote Opportunity: Work from home with flexible scheduling.
  • Competitive Compensation: Lucrative pay packages with performance-based incentives. Starting pay is $20/hr, with potential to earn up to $27/hr based on productivity and accuracy. Plus, up to $420 in training assessment clearance bonuses.
  • Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 23 days of paid time off per year.
  • Personalized Support: Benefit from dedicated employee success managers focused on your professional growth.
  • Comprehensive Training: Access our extensive resource and training library to meet ongoing education requirements and maintain certifications at no cost to you.
  • Career Advancement: Explore opportunities for professional development and continual learning.
  • Inclusive Culture: Join a workplace that values collaboration, diversity, and individual development.
  • Cutting-Edge Technology: Utilize advanced technology to enhance your coding proficiency.
  • Health & Retirement Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, along with 401(k) retirement savings plan options.

Position: Inpatient Remote Medical Coder - Facility Coding

Job Summary: As a Certified Inpatient Medical Coder at LexiCode, you will join a team of experts dedicated to delivering exceptional coding services. Your primary role will be to accurately assign diagnostic and procedural codes to inpatient medical records, ensuring adherence to coding guidelines and regulations.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Thoroughly review and analyze inpatient medical records to identify relevant diagnoses and procedures.
  • Accurately assign ICD-10-CM and PCS codes to reflect clinical documentation.
  • Ensure the integrity and precision of coded data.
  • Stay updated on evolving coding guidelines, regulations, and industry best practices.
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals, including physicians and nurses, to clarify documentation and gather additional information as needed.
  • Participate in coding audits and quality improvement initiatives to maintain high coding accuracy standards.
  • Maintain optimal productivity while meeting coding quality and efficiency benchmarks.
  • Uphold strict confidentiality and privacy standards in compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • AHIMA credentials: RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P; or AAPC credentials: CPC, COC, or CIC.
  • At least 1 year of experience in facility inpatient coding.
  • Proficiency in ICD-10-CM and PCS coding systems with comprehensive knowledge of guidelines and conventions.
  • Competence in using coding software and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
  • Strong analytical skills for interpreting complex medical documentation.
  • Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills for effective collaboration.
  • Strong organizational and time management abilities to meet coding deadlines.

LexiCode Mission: To improve healthcare performance by providing high-quality, compliant coding and consulting solutions.

LexiCode Vision: To be the preferred partner in optimizing healthcare revenue cycle processes by empowering employees to deliver compliant and innovative coding, consulting, and education solutions.

LexiCode Values:

  • Partnership: Foster strong relationships through collaboration and teamwork.
  • Integrity: Build trust through honesty and ethical actions.
  • Respect: Treat everyone with dignity, compassion, and professionalism.
  • Excellence: Deliver top performance and quality.
  • Innovative: Learn from the past, reinvent the future, and work smarter.
  • Responsibility: Be accountable for communication, actions, and results.

Pay Disclosure: The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $38.00 per hour. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Bonus opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package are included.

EEO Statement: LexiCode is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, gender/sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Veterans: We encourage job applicants from all military backgrounds, including transitioning service members, veterans, reservists, National Guard members, military spouses, and their family members.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision: LexiCode does not discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing or disclosing pay information.

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