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Remote INPATIENT Coding

TEKsystems
$35.00 - $42.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Feb 05, 2026
Description This is a remote, advanced position functioning under general supervision and utilizing independent decision making. -The Coder Inpatient II correctly assigns ICD diagnosis and procedure codes and MS-DRGs for inpatient hospital services at Hospital, an academic, Level I Trauma Center. -The Coder Inpatient II codes a variety of medical and surgical specialties such as Neurology, Oncology, Urology, Transplant, OB/Newborn, Ortho, Cardiology, and Critical Care which can include complex trauma and acutely ill patients. -Coders in this role communicate with care providers when necessary mainly via the electronic query process. -In order to ensure the most appropriate DRG assignment, coders partner with clinical documentation improvement specialists with the goal of obtaining the most complete and accurate medical record documentation. -The Coder Inpatient II will resolve problems and make decisions independently. -The coders in this position will apply all departmental coding quality guidelines and meet productivity standards, while maintaining a 95% overall accuracy rate. -The coder must understand that the hospital's strategic initiatives (financial, statistical and quality benchmarking) rely on the accuracy and integrity of all data coded by them. -Effective communication is vital to this position. -A high degree of ability to adapt to change and work as a team is extremely important to this role. -Other duties as assigned. -Accurately assigns DRG's to hospital inpatient accounts. -Accurately assigns diagnosis and procedure codes. -Abstracts required information from accounts accurately per facility guidelines. -Queries physicians when documentation is incomplete following facility guidelines and procedures. -Writes queries independently with minimal assistance from the coordinators. -Shows minimal need to query following reviews as documented in QA findings. -Assigns Present on Admission (POA) indicators accurately. -Maintains productivity (charts per hour) in accordance with facility expectations. -Assigns codes for all assigned acuities and procedures attaining the standard for the appropriate case mix average for this coding role. -Assigns codes for all assigned length of stays attaining the standard for the length of stay average for this coding role. -Maintains the standard productive percent Works the Combine/Uncombine process as assigned Codes mortality cases accurately and timely in accordance with hospital policy Codes Rehab cases for both facilities at admission and discharge Denials/Support Sends timely and thorough rebuttals for insurance denials when requested Participates in other projects as assigned. Skills Icd-10, Coding, Epic, Electronic health record, Ehr, Diagnosis Top Skills Details Icd-10,Coding,Epic,Electronic health record Additional Skills & Qualifications Required Skills & Experience: -A minimum one (1) year of recent experience at an academic medical center inpatient coding. OR -Three (3) years of recent hospital inpatient coding experience. Preferred Skills & Experience: -A minimum of three (3) years of experience as an inpatient coder at an academic facility. Required Education: -Coding Certificate Program Completion or Associate Degree in HIM or equivalent. Preferred Education: -Bachelor's degree in HIM or equivalent. Required Certifications & Licensure: -Certified RHIA/RHIT or CCS. Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Milwaukee, WI. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Feb 12, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.