Senior Coder Abstractor – Inpatient

Munson Healthcare

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

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • Michigan • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coding and abstracting inpatient medical records using ICD10-CM, ICD10-PCS, and CPT-4 codes, while ensuring compliance with national guidelines and departmental standards. Maintains effective communication with healthcare professionals to enhance coding accuracy and optimize billing outcomes.

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ICD10-CM CodingICD10-PCS CodingCPT-4 CodingCertified Coding Specialist (CCS)Inpatient Coding Experience

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Hard Skills

Medical Record AnalysisCoding and AbstractingCharge EntryPrebill ProcessesProductivity Standards

Soft Skills

Timely CommunicationCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT)Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Industry Keywords

AHIMA Code of EthicsClinical Documentation IntegrityInpatient CodingVaccination 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 assignments and expected productivity standards
Assign ICD10-CM diagnosis, ICD10-PCS procedure codes and CPT-4 procedure codes according to national and departmental guidelines and the AHIMA Code of Ethics
Abstract and/or edit medical record data as required by 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

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
Certification as a Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) is required
One to three years' previous experience using ICD10-CM and ICD10-PCS coding systems is required
Demonstrated ability to meet productivity and quality standards is 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
Must have required employee vaccinations 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

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 employees and their families
Personalized support for personal or family challenges