Inpatient Coder

Job Title: Inpatient Coder (Remote - Contract-to-Hire) Location: Remote (Restricted States Below) Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire (Minimum 4-month contract) Start Date: ASAP (Medical leave coverage begins August 29th) Equipment Provided: Yes Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Inpatient Coder to support our healthcare client during a medical leave, with strong potential to transition into a contract-to-hire role. This position reports to the Director of CDI and Coding and is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume coding environment. Key Responsibilities • Code inpatient charts using ICD-10 and DRG Grouping systems. • Review documentation to ensure accuracy in diagnoses, treatments, and services. • Analyze Clinical Documentation Specialists' (CDS) notes and queries for proper capture of queried conditions. • Validate admission diagnoses and coordinate corrections with Case Management as needed. • Identify documentation issues that may impact coding accuracy, billing, and quality metrics. • Communicate concerns with CDS team for clarification and resolution. Daily Metrics • Expected volume: 21 accounts OR $1.3 million in charges per day, whichever comes first. Training & Onboarding • Training Duration: Typically 2-4 weeks (may vary based on individual experience). • Coders with prior EPIC experience will undergo a condensed training schedule. • Support provided by DRG Analysts with regular feedback and performance reviews. Work Hours • Training Period: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM CST • Core Hours Post-Training: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM CST (flexible start/end times around these hours) Qualifications • Proven experience coding inpatient hospital records using ICD-10 and DRG systems. • Strong familiarity with EPIC (preferred, but not required). • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance. • Ability to work independently and meet daily productivity metrics. • Excellent communication and collaboration skills. State Restrictions We are not able to consider candidates residing in the following states: California, Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Washington. Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to work with a high-performing team on meaningful patient care data, with long-term potential and full remote flexibility. If you're a motivated inpatient coder looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Now to be considered for this immediate opening. For California Applicants: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA). This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients. Company DescriptionHere at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine. Our commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us? Apply tot his job Apply To this Job