Experienced Full Stack Inpatient Medical Coder – Web & Cloud Application Development for Remote Healthcare Organizations

About Us

At Datavant, we're revolutionizing the healthcare industry by connecting and protecting the world's health data. Our mission is to empower organizations to make better decisions and advance human health. As a remote-first team, we're passionate about creating transformative change in healthcare and believe in hiring individuals who are smart, nice, and get things done. We invest in our people and offer a collaborative environment where you can grow your responsibilities as the company scales.

Job Summary

We're seeking an experienced and credentialed inpatient coder to join our team as a Remote Inpatient Medical Coder – Full Time. This role requires a strong attention to detail, a depth of knowledge in medical terminology, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare from your own workspace and contribute to our mission of creating transformative change in the industry.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate for this role will possess a minimum of 2 years of inpatient coding facility experience and a strong understanding of medical terminology. Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing medical records and assigning accurate codes for diagnoses and procedures
• Assigning and sequencing codes accurately based on medical record documentation
• Assigning the appropriate discharge disposition to medical records
• Abstracting and entering the coded data for hospital statistical and reporting requirements
• Communicating documentation improvement opportunities and coding issues to appropriate personnel for follow-up and resolution
• Maintaining 95% coding accuracy rate and 95% accuracy rate for MS-DRG assignment and meeting site-designated productivity standards
• Maintaining minimum production of 1 chart per hour or site-specific productivity standards
• Demonstrating excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Communicating professionally with co-workers, management, and hospital staff regarding clinical and reimbursement issues

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you'll need to bring the following qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years of inpatient coding facility experience
• CCS, RHIT, or RHIA certification preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Bonus points if you have:

• An Associate or Bachelor's degree from an AHIMA-certified HIM or Nursing Program, or completion of a certificate program from AAPC with a preference for CCS
• Level 1 trauma facility experience
• Experience in computerized encoding and abstracting software

Perks and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Full benefits, including a 401k Savings Plan
• Access to 20-24 free CEUs per year, provided by Datavant, to support your continuous professional development
• Compensation for AAPC/AHIMA dues
• Company-provided equipment, including a computer, monitor, mouse, etc.
• Comprehensive training led by a credentialed professional coding manager
• Exceptional service-style management and mentorship (we're in this together!)

Work Environment and Culture

We're a distributed, remote-first team that empowers our employees to shape their working environment in a way that suits their needs. We believe in hiring for high-potential and humble individuals who can rapidly grow their responsibilities as the company scales. Our team is passionate about creating transformative change in healthcare and is committed to making a positive impact in the industry.

Compensation and Pay Range

The estimated pay range for this role is $32 - $42 per hour, depending on location, responsibilities, skills, experience, and other requirements of the role. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package to ensure that our employees are well-compensated for their hard work and dedication.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about creating transformative change in healthcare and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply! Even if you feel you're not a perfect match, we'd still love to hear from you. Please click on the link below to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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We Look Forward to Hearing from You!

At Datavant, we're committed to creating a collaborative and inclusive environment where our employees can thrive. We believe in hiring individuals who are smart, nice, and get things done, and we're excited to hear from you if you're passionate about creating transformative change in healthcare.