Coder – HIM

BROADLAWNS HOSPITAL

. Analyze inpatient, observation, and outpatient records to determine appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT code assignments.

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • Iowa • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding, ensuring accurate code assignments and compliance with healthcare regulations. Proficient in utilizing coding software and collaborating with medical staff to enhance coding accuracy and efficiency.

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ICD-10-CM CodingCPT CodingDRG AssignmentRHIA/RHIT CertificationCCS Certification

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Hard Skills

ICD-10-CM CodingCPT CodingDRG AssignmentAPG AssignmentAPC AssignmentMedical Record ReviewData CollectionCharge EntryCoding Software ProficiencyPerformance Improvement

Soft Skills

Professional CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem-SolvingFeedback ProvisionCross-Training

Tools & Technologies

MeditechComputerized Coding Software

Certifications & Qualifications

RHIARHITCCSCCACPC

Industry Keywords

Health Information ManagementUtilization ManagementInfection ControlRisk ManagementOutpatient Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze inpatient, observation, and outpatient records to determine appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT code assignments.
Assign DRG, ambulatory patient groups (APG), and ambulatory patient classifications (APC) to appropriate patient cases.
Provide feedback to medical and ancillary staff and serve as a coding resource for the facility.
Thoroughly review medical records to ascertain all diagnoses and procedures.
Use computerized coding/abstracting software to determine appropriate sequencing and optimal DRG, APG, and APC assignments.
Validate codes and DRG assignments after discharge.
Apprise the supervisor of problems regarding Performance Improvement, Utilization Management, Infection Control, and Risk Management review activities.
Communicate with physicians and other staff in a professional, tactful manner.
Monitor encounter status for appropriate code assignment and work with Patient Financial Services to expedite final billing.
Participate in continuing education regarding ICD-10-CM, CPT, DRG, APG, and APC assignment.
Assist in cross-training MIM Department staff for concurrent review and outpatient processes.
Act as a liaison and resource to medical, social services, nursing, and ancillary departments.
Retrieve data for monitoring and evaluation studies and assist with data collection for external agencies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two year degree in health information management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Accreditation as a RHIA or RHIT or certification as a CCS, CCA, CPC or equivalent.
Professional certification by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) as a CCS preferred.
Professional certification by the American Association of Professional Codes (AAPC) as a CPC preferred.
One year of previous experience with ICD-10-CM and or HCPCS/CPT coding preferred.
Ability to accurately and consistently fill required fields on abstract.
Ability to meet productivity standards for finalizing Inpatient/Outpatient and Clinic accounts at a minimum rate of 90%.
Ability to meet accuracy standard of having 95% of principal/secondary diagnoses and procedures appropriately/correctly coded.
Ability to accurately enter CPT codes into charge entry screen in Meditech consistently.
Work shift of 8a-4:30p (United States of America).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement - IPERS
Education Assistance
Employee Health & Wellness
PTO
Free Parking
Health Insurance
Supplemental Insurance
529 College Savings Plan
Supportive work culture