Senior Coder Abstractor – Inpatient

Munson Healthcare

. Analyze each medical record to determine which items will be coded and abstracted .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • Michigan • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in coding and abstracting inpatient medical records using ICD10-CM, ICD10-PCS, and CPT-4 codes, ensuring compliance with national guidelines and departmental standards. Strong collaboration with Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists to enhance coding accuracy and optimize billing outcomes.

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ICD10-CM CodingICD10-PCS CodingCPT-4 CodingRHIT CertificationInpatient Coding Experience

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Hard Skills

Medical Record AnalysisCoding AccuracyCharge AssignmentData AbstractionProductivity Standards

Soft Skills

Timely CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Coding Reference MaterialPrebill Processes

Certifications & Qualifications

RHITRHIACCS

Industry Keywords

AHIMA Code of EthicsInpatient CodingMedical Record DataBilling OutcomesVaccination Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze each medical record to determine which items will be coded and abstracted
Accurately code and abstract inpatient medical records according to work assignment and productivity standards
Assign ICD10-CM diagnosis, ICD10-PCS procedure, and CPT-4 procedure codes according to national and departmental guidelines and the AHIMA Code of Ethics
Abstract and/or edit medical record data according to departmental guidelines
Assign and enter charges for ER evaluation and management levels, infusions, injections, and procedures
Communicate with physicians and Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists to request clarification or additional record information
Maintain an organized system for personal coding reference material
Participate in educational activities and maintain coding skills
Collaborate with CDI to support coding accuracy and optimal billing outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Health Information, or CCS certification with a minimum of 2 years coding experience will be considered
RHIT, RHIA, or CCS certification required
One to three years' previous experience using ICD10-CM and ICD10-PCS coding systems required
Minimum of two years of inpatient coding experience, including coding very complex diagnoses and procedures
Experience with Prebill processes
Timely communication and collaboration with CDI to ensure coding accuracy and optimal billing outcomes
Demonstrated ability to meet productivity and quality standards
Must have vaccination or lab-confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Varicella
Must receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year hired and annually thereafter, or have an approved medical or religious exemption

Benefits

Comp & perks

$4,500 sign-on bonus
Tuition reimbursement
In-person and online development
Access to career hub
Full benefits
Paid holidays
Generous PTO
Employee discounts
Free individual retirement counseling
Free wellness platform for employee and family
Personalized support for personal or family challenges