Inpatient Coder

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an Inpatient Coder to utilize ICD10-CM, ICD10 PCS, and CPT coding skills, along with experience using an encoder, to ensure accurate diagnostic and procedural coding.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately assign and sequence ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT codes for inpatient records.
• Utilize standard encoder software (3M) to support accurate coding workflows.
• Maintain productivity and quality benchmarks in a metric-driven environment.
• Apply a strong understanding of payer requirements and guidelines related to diagnostic and procedural coding.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and leadership while working remotely.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of dedicated inpatient coding experience (facility, ICD-10-PCS, DRG assignment).
• Comfortable working in a metric-driven, performance-based environment.
• Experience with 3M Classic / standalone encoder (Please note: this role utilizes standard 3M encoder, not 3M 360 / CAC/AI-assisted coding).
• Experience with Paragon EHR is strongly preferred.

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• CCS, RHIA, or RHIT

Schedule & Work Arrangement

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8-hour daily shifts.
• Hours: Flexible start window between 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM (includes a 30-minute lunch).
• Fully Remote (Candidates residing in the Houston, TX area are preferred).
• Travel Requirement: Attendance at one mandatory in-person team meeting per year at the hospital facility.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

*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).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

*As a job position within our Revenue Cycle division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, handling financial and other payment data, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. 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.