Certified Medical Coder – Inpatient | Outpatient & ED

Job Title: Certified Medical Coder – Inpatient | Outpatient & ED Location: Bronx, NY 10461 (100% Remote) Duration: 3+ months (Possible extensions) Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Training: 1–2 weeks onsite at start Pay Range: $35 - $38/hr. On W2 Job Summary: The Certified Medical Coder – Inpatient is responsible for performing medical coding in an acute care hospital setting. The coder applies ICD-10, CPT-4, and federal billing guidelines to ensure accurate code assignment for inpatient and emergency department cases. The role requires strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, and coding compliance standards. Qualifications & Requirements Education Required: High School Diploma or GED Certifications: Required (AHIMA Credentials): RHIA RHIT CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) Required Experience: Minimum 3 years of coding experience Strong knowledge of ICD-10 Acute care coding experience Technical Skills: Proficiency in ICD-10-CM CPT-4 coding Encoder tools MS Word and Excel 3M/HDS coding applications Knowledge of federal billing and payor guidelines Key Responsibilities: Perform inpatient and emergency department coding Apply coding and compliance guidelines Research and resolve coding discrepancies Participate in coder training activities Ensure accurate and timely charge capture