Inpatient Coding Specialist – Facility

Savista

. Reviews documentation to code diagnoses and procedures for inpatient hospital-based claims and data needs .

Posted 10/30/2026part-timeRemote • United StatesJunior💰 $28 - $34 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coding diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM, PCS, and CPT codes, while maintaining high-quality standards and productivity rates. Engages effectively with clients and providers to ensure accurate coding and compliance with industry standards.

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ICD-10-CM CodingCPT CodingClinical Documentation ReviewAHIMA CredentialAAPC Credential

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Hard Skills

Diagnosis CodingProcedure CodingMS-DRG ValidationAPC ValidationData AbstractionClaims Scrubber MitigationCoding Conventions KnowledgeQuality AssuranceProduction Rate MaintenanceCoding Experience

Soft Skills

Client InteractionTeam CollaborationAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

AHIMA CredentialAAPC Credential

Industry Keywords

Inpatient CodingProfessional ClaimsTechnical ClaimsHealthcare CodingClinical Data

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reviews documentation to code diagnoses and procedures for inpatient hospital-based claims and data needs
Reviews clinical documentation to code diagnoses, EM level, and surgical CPT codes for professional and technical claims and data needs
Validates MS-DRG and APC calculations
Abstracts clinical data
Mitigates diagnosis, EM level, surgical CPT, and/or PCS coding-related claims scrubber edits
Interacts with client staff and providers as needed
Assigns ICD-10-CM and PCS codes for inpatient visits or ICD-10-CM codes, professional and technical EM levels, and surgical CPT codes for physician visits
Maintains commercially reasonable production rates and a consistent 95% or greater quality level
Tolerates short-term assignments for up to two different clients
Participates in client and Savista meetings and training sessions
Maintains current working knowledge of coding conventions
Performs other related duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

An active AHIMA (American Health Information Association) credential or an active AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) credential
One year of relevant, productive coding experience for the specific patient type being hired and within the last six months
Passing score of 80% on specific pre-employment tests assigned