job description
Are you a Certified Inpatient Medical Coder looking for a remote opportunity in a dynamic, globally connected environment? Shearwater Health is seeking detail-oriented professionals to join our team in Bali, Indonesia, ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient medical coding for our international healthcare clients.
In this role, you will play a critical part in revenue cycle management, translating complex medical procedures, diagnoses, and treatments into standardized codes (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS). Your expertise will directly impact billing accuracy, regulatory compliance, and patient care documentation while working from the comfort of Bali’s vibrant communities.
At Shearwater Health, we value precision, integrity, and continuous learning. This is your chance to contribute to a mission-driven organization while enjoying the work-life balance of a tropical paradise. Apply today and take the next step in your medical coding career!
Responsibility
- Assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for inpatient services, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines (e.g., AHA, CMS, AAPC).
- Review and analyze medical records to identify diagnoses, procedures, and treatments for proper code assignment.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers, auditors, and billing teams to resolve coding discrepancies and improve documentation.
- Stay updated on coding regulations, payer policies, and industry best practices to maintain compliance.
- Conduct internal audits to ensure coding accuracy and minimize claim denials or delays.
- Utilize EHR/EMR systems and coding software (e.g., Epic, 3M Encoder) to streamline workflows.
- Provide training and guidance to junior coders or clinical staff on coding standards and documentation requirements.
- Meet productivity and quality benchmarks while adhering to deadlines in a fast-paced remote environment.
Qualifications
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or RHIA/RHIT credential required.
- Minimum 3+ years of inpatient medical coding experience (acute care, surgery, or specialty areas preferred).
- Proficiency in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding systems.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pathophysiology.
- Experience with EHR/EMR platforms (e.g., Epic, Cerner, Meditech) and coding software.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to interpret complex clinical documentation.
- Familiarity with MS-DRG, APR-DRG, and reimbursement methodologies.
- Self-motivated with exceptional time management skills for remote work.