Health Information Management Inpatient Coder

Prisma Health

. Code medical information into Prisma billing/abstracting systems using professional and regulatory coding guidelines .

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

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical coding, including inpatient coding and compliance with regulatory guidelines. Proficient in utilizing coding systems and electronic medical records to ensure accurate and timely coding.

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Inpatient Coding ExperienceCertified Coding Specialist (CCS)Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)EPIC Health Information System ExperienceKnowledge of Medical Terminology

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Hard Skills

ICD CodingICD-PCS CodingDRG AssignmentCoding GuidelinesDocumentation ValidationPOA IndicatorsComputer-Assisted Coding3M Encoder SystemMS DRG Prospective Payment SystemClinical Documentation Practices

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailIndependent Decision-MakingProblem-SolvingCollaborationTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Prisma Billing SystemElectronic Medical RecordsClinical Documentation Information Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)Coding Certificate through AHIMA

Industry Keywords

Acute CareAmbulatory SettingMedical CodingHealth Information ManagementQuality Indicators

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Code medical information into Prisma billing/abstracting systems using professional and regulatory coding guidelines
Perform inpatient coding for major traumas and NICU records using ICD, ICD-PCS and DRG assignment
Abstract and verify MCC/CC, HAC/PSI and Quality Indicator information through documentation validation
Assign appropriate POA indicators and code for multiple facilities
Review work queues, prioritize charts and complete final coding within designated timelines
Follow up daily on on-hold accounts for final coding
Identify and request physician queries when documentation is unclear or ambiguous
Address open queries initiated by Clinical Documentation Specialists before final coding
Maintain complete, accurate, timely and consistent coding in compliance with Prisma policies
Identify and trend coding issues and escalate concerns
Consult and collaborate with clinical documentation specialists on coding and documentation practices
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Education: Certification Program or Associate degree or Coding Certificate through American Health Information Management (AHIMA) or other approved coding certification program
Three (3) years coding experience in an acute care or ambulatory setting
Inpatient coding experience
EPIC health information system experience preferred
Required certification: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) or other approved coding credential
Proficiency in utilizing official coding books, electronic medical records, computer-assisted coding/encoding software, and clinical documentation information systems
Knowledge of electronic medical records and 3M or Encoder System
Knowledge of medical terminology and basic anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology
Knowledge of MS DRG prospective payment system and severity systems
Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time
Ability to work and make decisions independently

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus eligible
On-site, remote and/or external training workshops and training
Collaborative training and education with CDI, PFS and Quality