Coder Specialist – Inpatient

Advocate Aurora Health

. Support a mix of inpatient community and academic coding across cardiology, neurology, oncology, and other service lines .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $33 - $50 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced proficiency in ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines, along with a strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology. Capable of collaborating with clinical teams to ensure accurate coding and compliance with federal regulations while maintaining high productivity and quality standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Coding Certification (AAPC or AHIMA)Inpatient Coding Experience (7 Years)Advanced Proficiency in ICD, CPT, HCPCSRevenue Cycle Processes ExperienceExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

ICD-10-CM CodingCPT CodingHCPCS CodingMedical TerminologyAnatomy KnowledgePhysiology KnowledgeClinical Documentation ImprovementCoding Guidelines ComplianceAttention to DetailAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Excellent Organization SkillsPrioritization SkillsInterpersonal SkillsIndependent JudgmentInitiative

Tools & Technologies

EMR SoftwareComputer Assisted Coding SoftwareMicrosoft OfficeElectronic Coding Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

AAPC Coding CertificationAHIMA Coding Certification

Industry Keywords

Inpatient CodingAcute Care FacilityRevenue CycleDRG ReconciliationPayer AuditsHealth Information ManagementDocumentation Issues ResolutionEthical Coding StandardsQuality StandardsProductivity Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support a mix of inpatient community and academic coding across cardiology, neurology, oncology, and other service lines
Review complex inpatient documentation at a highly skilled level
Assign diagnosis and procedure codes using ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS
Ensure correct code selection under Official Coding Guidelines and federal and insurance regulations
Use EMR and/or Computer Assisted Coding software
Code high-dollar and long-length-of-stay cases for all patient types
Research coding topics and resolve documentation issues through appropriate queries
Serve as a subject matter expert to coding leaders and peers
Recommend policy and procedure modifications to align with government regulations
Maintain continuing education through webinars, CPT Assistant guidelines, and coding clinics
Follow ethical coding standards and official coding guidelines
Collaborate with Clinical Documentation Improvement and Quality teams to reconcile DRGs for Medicare cases
Communicate with clinicians regarding disease processes to ensure accurate coding
Participate in payer audits and coding-related meetings
Attend clinical team meetings regarding complex-specialty code updates
Maintain patient-record confidentiality and report perceived non-compliance
Meet or exceed 95% quality and 100% productivity standards to support DNFB
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Coding Certification issued by AAPC or AHIMA
Associate's Degree in Health Information Management or related field
Typically requires 7 years' experience in inpatient coding in an acute care tertiary facility
Experience in revenue cycle processes, Clinical Documentation Improvement, research, and health information workflows
Advanced proficiency in ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines
Advanced knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office, electronic mail, and electronic coding systems or applications
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organization, prioritization, and reading comprehension skills
Excellent analytical skills and high attention to detail
Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment and decision-making
Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively
Must be able to sit for extended periods and continuously concentrate
May be required to travel to other sites

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Total Rewards benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Career development programs
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases
Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program