Inpatient Hospital Coding Spec/UKHC

Inpatient Hospital Coding Spec/UKHC Lexington, KY Job Details Full-time $26.00 - $45.70 an hour 19 hours ago Qualifications Revenue cycle management Computer operation Anatomy knowledge Inpatient RHIA Customer service Maintaining patient confidentiality Regulatory compliance Mid-level RHIT Certified Professional Coder ICD-10 Medical records Certified Coding Associate Certified Coding Specialist Typing Productivity software Hospital compliance Associate's degree Medical terminology 2 years Communication skills Hospital experience Time management Full Job Description Posting Details Job Title Inpatient Hospital Coding Spec/UKHC Requisition Number RE53938 Working Title Inpatient Hospital Coding Specialist Department Name H4021: Revenue Management - Coding & Documentation Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 11 Salary Range $26.00-45.70/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education AA Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience 2 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-based (CCS-P) Physical Requirements The physical requirements of this position includes utilizing a computer workstation for extended periods of time with repetitive motion such as typing. Shift Primarily Monday-Friday from 8AM to 5PM, with occasional nights and weekends per departmental needs. Job Summary This position will assign international classification of disease codes to all specialties of hospital inpatient visits; abstract data from the medical record and apply appropriate ICD-10-CM, and

ICD-10-PCS

codes for billing, reporting, research and regulatory compliance; utilize 3M data abstraction, encoder and computer assisted coding software to complete coding and abstraction daily; and achieve daily productivity standards along with assuring national coding accuracy standards are met. This position will also be responsible for maintaining hospital quality and revenue cycle standards and respect at all times, the confidentiality of patient's medical record information.

Skills / Knowledge

/ Abilities The ideal candidate must be proficient in

IDC-10-CM

coding; knowledge of medical record abstraction and medical terminology (including anatomy and physiology); have the ability to manage multiple tasks and/or projects while accurately completing routine functions in a fast paced, high intensity, professional work environment; proficient in Microsoft Office; excellent attention to detail; exceptional planning and organizational skill; effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to solve routine problems; demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service, time management, and judgment; and respect for confidentiality and diversity. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Associate's degree with 2 years of hospital inpatient coding experience. Deadline to Apply 05/07/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.