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HIM Inpatient Coding Spclst
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- United States
- Work type
- Remote
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Employee Status: Regular
Hours Per Pay Period: 32
FTE: 0.4
Shift: Days
Shift Length: 8 hours
Weekend Coverage: Per unit need
Call Coverage: No
About Children’s MinnesotaChildren’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org.
Children’s Minnesota is proud to be recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2023’s Top Diversity Leaders. The national honor recognizes the top diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing public policy, care delivery, and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their organizations and the industry.
Department Overview
Health Information Management is responsible for the:
* Oversight of the quality, timeliness, and accuracy of the medical record and patient indexes for patient care, legal, revenue, research, and regulatory needs;
* Classification of diagnosis and procedures according to approved classification and nomenclatures such as ICD-9, CPT, Snomed, etc.
* Maintaining the security and integrity of health information;
* Providing documentation tools/services such as dictation, transcription, electronic templates, scribes, and paper forms;
* Collection, quality control, and dissemination of data for comparative data bases and statistical reports including specific disease and procedure registries;
* Providing access to medical record information through release of information processes.
Position Summary
Responsible for the accurate assignment of DRG, diagnosis and procedure codes using International Classification of Disease (ICD10 CM/PCS), coding to the highest degree of severity and specificity, including the assignment of present on admission. Uses provider clarification query forms as needed. Collects additional clinical data elements and inputs into hospital database. The HIM Inpatient Coding Specialist assess record completion; assign deficiencies as needed and follow-up on incomplete records to ensure timely billing.
Location (e.g. remote or on-site): Remote
DHS Background Study Required? No
License/Certification/Registration required? Yes
*Certifications must be through American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Credentials that meet requirement: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist Physician Based (CCS-P), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Professional Coder (CPC).
Education:
*As outlined in the above credentials' requirements.
Experience:
*4+ years' experience as a coding specialist for inpatient or outpatient services.
*Pediatric experience preferred.
*Demonstrated experience working with medical providers and allied health professionals preferred.
*Must demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in ICD-10-CM/PCS.
*Must achieve passing score on Children's Core Coding Competency Assessment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
*Requires advanced knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and disease processes, and pharmacology.
*Requires knowledge of DRG and APC prospective payment systems and reimbursement regulations in an acute care environment.
*Ability to work independently and productively with minimal supervision.
*Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills.
*Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and maintain attention to detail in order to meet customer expectations.
*Demonstrated strong desire to learn.
Physical Demands
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The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs.
In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on-call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay.
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.
Children’s Minnesota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Job Posting: Dec 17, 2025, 6:28:10 PM
Job: Administrative
Primary Location: USA-MN-MN and WI Remote
Salary (Pay Basis): 60,590.40 - 86,694.40