Inpatient Hospital Coder

Albany Medical Center

. Apply inpatient coding and classification systems and official resources to select diagnostic, procedural (PCS), and other healthcare service codes .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $59,066 - $88,599 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Apply inpatient coding and classification systems and official resources to select diagnostic, procedural (PCS), and other healthcare service codes
Select and sequence codes accurately to obtain legally entitled reimbursement
Use a computerized encoding system
Sequence diagnoses and procedures according to ICD-10-CM/PCS, UHDDS, Medicare, Medicaid, and fiscal intermediary guidelines
Support complete and accurate reporting of healthcare data elements for reimbursement, value-based purchasing, population health, quality, patient safety, research, and other administrative purposes
Query physicians or qualified healthcare practitioners for clarification or additional documentation
Maintain continuing education and coding knowledge
Apply official coding rules and guidelines to hospital claims
Comply with internal coding policies and procedures
Attend coding meetings and roundtable sessions
Participate in daily huddles and LEAN problem-solving activities
Maintain focus during work and meetings and keep camera on during Teams calls
Organize the medical coding department shared drive
Perform other duties assigned by the manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required
Coding certification / credential through AHIMA or AAPC and be in good standing. - required
Prior experience in hospital medical coding - preferred
Prior experience with 3M 360 and EPIC system - preferred
Applicants must receive a score of 80% or above on assessment; new coders may be considered with a higher assessment score
Excellent computer skills, navigating multiple systems at once, troubleshooting
Must be able to work independently as position is fully remote
Maintain a remote coding work area that protects confidential health information
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS or CPT-4 coding classification system
Detail-oriented and efficient while maintaining productivity
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate