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LifeBridge Health

Headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, LifeBridge Health is a nonprofit regional healthcare organization serving northwest Baltimore and the surrounding counties. One of the most co

Inpatient Hospital Coder

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District Of Columbia + 4 moreAll locations: District Of Columbia | Maryland | Pennsylvania | Virginia | West Virginia

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60 days ago

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0

Seniority

Senior

Associate's Degree

Job Description

Inpatient Hospital Coder

LifeBridge Health

Title: INPATIENT HOSPITAL CODER Location: District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia Schedule - Shift - Hours PRN - As Needed - 8:00am-4:30pm Job Category PROFESSIONAL Req # 83547 $21.06-$39.12 Experience based Job Description: LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care. The Health Information Management Department supports the mission and goals of Sinai Hospital, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, Levindale and Grace Medical Center by providing appropriate and timely access to health information for continuity of patient care and other authorized requests. REMOTE WORK OPPORTUNITY Acceptable remote locations: District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia Key Responsibilities: - Following established conventions and guidelines, codes and abstracts the medical records of inpatients. - Groups codes to determine diagnosis-related groupings (DRGs-CMS and/or APR). - Codes Reviews medical records to determine the physicians' diagnosis/procedures for the patient and assigns ICD-10CM/PCS codes to those diagnoses/procedures. Requirements: - Formal working knowledge; equivalent to an Associate's degree (2 years college); requires knowledge of a specialized field. - One (1) - Three (3) years of experience. - Certifications - CCS or CCA with 5+ years experience or RHIT or RHIA. Additional Information What We Offer: Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients. Growth: Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification. Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support - improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license. Benefits: Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs. Why LifeBridge Health? With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital. Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare. LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. Share:

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