Inpatient Lead Coder – Remote Contract Job

We are seeking an Inpatient Lead Coder for a short-term remote healthcare contract supporting high-priority inpatient medical coding initiatives. In this work-from-home role, you will focus on DRG MM reconciliations, coding query validation, and related coding support tasks while helping maintain accuracy, compliance, and documentation quality. This 6-8 week contract offers the potential for extension based on workload and performance.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,772 - $1,969
• Employment Type: Direct contract
• Work Setting: Remote
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week
• Shift Duration: 8-hour day shifts
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Start Date: 6/30/2025
• Contract Length: 6-8 weeks with potential extension
• Status: Accepting Candidates

Job Requirements

• Strong inpatient coding expertise with the ability to support DRG reconciliation and coding validation work
• Excellent written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with Epic and 3M CAC preferred
• Ability to work independently while maintaining accuracy and productivity in a remote professional healthcare environment
• Auditing or CDI experience is welcome when supported by strong coding knowledge

Responsibilities

• Perform DRG MM reconciliations accurately and efficiently
• Validate coding queries to support compliant, complete clinical documentation and accurate inpatient coding
• Assist with assigned coding-related tasks and workflow priorities
• Support documentation accuracy and coding quality initiatives
• Contribute to production coding as needed, including approximately 15% of time when applicable
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely completion of healthcare coding projects

Apply now to join this remote inpatient coding opportunity and contribute to high-quality healthcare coding operations.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.