The Inpatient coder II will review, analyze, and accurately assign ICD-10 diagnosis, PCS procedure codes, and appropriate DRG for assuring optimum reimbursement, internal and external reporting, research, and regulatory requirements.  The Coder will accurately code all diagnosis and procedures as documented in the medical record following the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting. Experience in inpatient hospital coding is required.

Hours: Monday-Friday, standard business hours

Location: Remote - applicants preferably reside in the UnityPoint Health geographical region of Iowa, Illinois, or Wisconsin

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. 

We want you to know: 

• You would be joining a large team, but it's very personable and doesn't feel like a large corporation.
• Your work schedule is flexible. What we mean is that you can work whenever it's convenient for YOU- any time of the day!
• Having knowledge of EPIC will be helpful in this role.
• You will be doing coding for hospital based services.

Coding

• Assigns codes for all diagnoses, treatments, and procedures according to the appropriate classification system for all encounters and according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional
• Utilizes technical coding principles and MS-DRG/APR-DRG reimbursement expertise to assign appropriate ICD-10 diagnoses and procedures. 
• Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and adheres to official coding guidelines.
• Knowledge in all coding applications relevant to area coding.
• Maintains 95% or above Productivity
• Maintains quality scores at or above 95%
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education

• Completion of nationally recognized Coding Program (AHIMA/AAPC)
• 2-year Health Information Technology Program preferred

Certifications (at least one of the below)

• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Certified Professional Coder (COC/CPC)
• CCA (Certified Coding Associate)
• Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)
• Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS)

• Certified Emergency Department Coder (CEDC)

Experience:

• At least 1-3 years of progressive on-the-job experience in an acute care setting.

Skills

• Knowledge regarding MS-DRG’s/APR-DRG and official coding guidelines.
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS coding principles government regulations, protocols and third party payer requirements regarding billing and billing documentation.
• Requires knowledge of federal and local healthcare laws and regulations.
• Knowledge in all coding applications relevant to area coding.

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