Coder III-REMOTE

This is a Fully Remote Job About Our Client: This organization is a major healthcare provider in the Mid-Atlantic region, operating hospitals and ambulatory services with over 1,100 beds. Recognized as one of America’s best hospitals, it delivers patient care across multiple facilities and has received ANCC Magnet Recognition® for nursing excellence. About the Opportunity: The CODER III role is responsible for precise assignment of diagnostic and procedural codes from a variety of patient records to support reimbursement and data reporting. This position ensures accurate coding across inpatient, outpatient, emergency, ancillary, and diagnostic records, directly impacting the organization's financial and statistical operations. Responsibilities: Review and interpret diverse patient records to assign ICD 10 CM/PCS and HCPCS/CPT codes. Perform coding and data abstraction to support quality, severity of illness, and mortality reporting. Utilize diagnostic information to code patient charts accurately. Work within service line structures based on patient type. Abstract, sequence, and determine codes for diagnoses and procedures. Use coding systems for communication, including managing account holds and queries. Provide coded and abstracted information for billing within efficiency expectations. Review and correct patient demographic data in coding systems. Calculate inpatient encounters using MS DRG and APR DRG groupers. Sequence CPT codes using APC grouper methodology. Submit daily productivity reports as per department policies. Report discrepancies in patient or account information identified during work. Requirements: College degree in Health Information Management, completion of an AHIMA-approved certificate program, or one year of acute care coding experience. Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Technology preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience considered. Pay Range and Compensation Package: Hourly pay range: $27.86 to $41.78 Benefits & Perks: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Paid maternity and paternity leave Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin. Note: TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.