An Inpatient Coder - QA is responsible for reviewing and auditing inpatient medical records to ensure accurate assignment of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and DRG codes. They ensure compliance with coding guidelines issued by regulatory bodies such as CMS and AHA, and conduct regular quality assurance audits to detect errors or discrepancies in coding practices. Additionally, they provide feedback to coders, assist with clinical documentation improvement efforts, and help resolve queries related to missing or unclear information. Their role is critical in maintaining coding accuracy, regulatory compliance, and optimizing revenue cycle management for healthcare facilities.
Work setup:
Onsite - Taguig
Dayshift schedule
Weekends off
Salary:
60,000 Package
HMO on day 1 with dependents
Requirements:
Must hold a relevant coding certification (e.g., IP, OP, RA, etc.)
Expertise in inpatient DRG coding is required
Experience in facility coding is essential
Proficiency in ICD-10-PCS coding is a must
Must stay current with recent coding clinics and guideline updates
Strong knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology is required
Must demonstrate excellence in query placement
