Inpatient Coder (CCS Certified) – Remote
Location: Remote (work from home office)
Experience: 3+ years of facility-based inpatient coding
Job Summary
The Inpatient Coder is a key role supporting one or more Cognizant clients, responsible for reviewing medical documentation and accurately assigning ICD-10-CM diagnosis and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes. This role works independently and as part of a team, queries physicians to clarify documentation, and supports coding quality through peer review, while meeting accuracy and productivity standards in a fast-paced remote environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Review documentation to code diagnoses (ICD-10-CM) and procedures (ICD-10-PCS).
• Communicate with physicians to obtain or clarify diagnoses and/or procedures through the query process.
• Assign accurate codes using an electronic encoder application in accordance with practice policy and regulatory guidelines.
• Perform peer reviews of company Health Information Management coding auditors and coders.
• Complete reports as requested.
• Maintain a minimum accuracy rate of 98%.
• Meet inpatient productivity expectations: 16 encounters per day, 2 encounters per hour, and 30 minutes to code each encounter.
• Work in multiple systems at the same time.
• Coordinate with your manager and team on scheduled time off, breaks, and new procedures and policies provided by the client.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Coding credential: CCS, RHIT or RHIA (AHIMA), or CPC or CIC (AAPC).
• Minimum of three years of facility-based inpatient experience (ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, MS-DRG).
• Level 1 Trauma coding experience required.
• Epic experience required.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and payer regulations.
• Ability to interpret medical records, reports, and chart entries.
• Ability to apply judgment and make decisions.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member, and to stay organized across multiple projects.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to change.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic computer skills.
Requirements
• Active CCS, RHIT, RHIA, CPC, or CIC credential
• Three years of facility-based inpatient coding experience
• Level 1 Trauma coding experience
• Epic experience
• Pass the coding assessment with a score of 80% or higher
Compensation
The annual salary for this position is between $63,000 – $71,000, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Applications will be accepted until November 2, 2026.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: Compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Closing
If you are an experienced inpatient coder who takes pride in accuracy and quality, we would love to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and make a difference in the quality of healthcare data.
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