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Inpatient Coding Specialist

United States, Seattle · Job Posted July 03, 2026
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We are looking for an Inpatient Coding Specialist to support accurate inpatient coding and clinical data abstraction for a Contract position based in Sacramento, California. In this role, you will evaluate inpatient medical records, assign diagnosis and procedure codes, and help ensure compliant reimbursement and reporting. The position requires close attention to documentation quality, regulatory standards, and timely account completion across the revenue cycle.

Job Responsibility

  • Examine inpatient charts and translate clinical documentation into accurate diagnosis and procedure codes using applicable classification systems and grouping methodologies
  • Determine the appropriate reimbursement grouping for each account while confirming discharge status, admission source details, and present-on-admission indicators are recorded correctly
  • Abstract required clinical and demographic data elements according to facility guidelines and regulatory reporting expectations
  • Review physician and care team documentation for completeness, identify missing or conflicting information, and pursue clarification when needed to support code assignment
  • Manage discharged-not-billed work queues to help move accounts through the revenue cycle within established turnaround expectations
  • Partner with clinical documentation improvement staff and providers to strengthen record completeness and support accurate severity and reimbursement outcomes
  • Apply coding, billing, and data collection rules consistently to maintain compliance with state, federal, and payer requirements
  • Use coding and validation tools such as Epic, 3M applications, encoders, audit platforms, and standard office software to verify information and complete assigned work
  • Maintain productivity and quality benchmarks while working independently, organizing priorities effectively, and resolving issues that affect coding accuracy or timeliness

Requirements

  • Inpatient coding experience is required
  • Must be located in Washington state
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

What we offer

  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
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