Inpatient Coder

TEKsystems
$26.00 - $36.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Maryland, Baltimore
Feb 20, 2025
TekSystems is currently hiring for a FULLY REMOTE Medical Coder! MUST HAVE: 3-5 years of medical coding experience, must be certified! Ortho and Inpatient Medical Coding experience is HIGHLY preferred! Description Following established conventions and guidelines, codes and abstracts the medical records of inpatients. Groups codes to determine diagnosis related groupings (DRGs - CMS and/or APR). Primarily handling non-trauma but still very complex IP records. May also be asked to code day surgery, emergency and outpatient records. Meets departmental accuracy and production standards of 2 charts per day with 98% accuracy. Additional Skills & Qualifications Formal working knowledge equivalent to an Associate's degree (2 years college) in HIM, HIT or related field * 3-5 years of relevant coding experience * CCS with 5+ years' experience or RHIT, or RHIA required. * Must complete 2 charts per day with 98% accuracy * Ortho coding experience preferred Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $36.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025. About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.