Coder - Inpatient

Remote Inpatient Coder – Medical Coding Contract in South Bend, Indiana

Work from home as a Remote Inpatient Coder supporting accurate, timely medical coding for short-term acute care records. This contract opportunity offers a structured weekday schedule, Level II Trauma and swing-bed coding exposure, and hands-on experience with Cerner, 3M/Solventum, and computer-assisted coding (CAC) tools. The role is associated with South Bend, Indiana, a welcoming, community-focused city with convenient access to the broader Michiana region.

Remote Inpatient Coder Job Details

• Job Type: 22-week remote medical coding contract
• Work Setting: Fully remote; work from home
• Location: South Bend, Indiana area; Eastern Time Zone
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,280–$1,422
• Start Date: November 9, 2026
• Assignment Duration: 22 weeks
• Schedule: Five 8-hour day shifts per week
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Productivity Expectation: Approximately 2 inpatient charts per hour

Inpatient Coder Qualifications

• At least 1 year of inpatient medical coding experience
• Prior experience with Cerner required
• Experience with a 3M/Solventum encoder and computer-assisted coding (CAC)
• Knowledge of short-term acute care coding
• Ability to code charts involving Level II Trauma and swing-bed services
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Teams for daily assignments, email communication, and time-off coordination
• Streamline and SmarterDx experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to meet productivity and quality expectations in a remote environment

Remote Medical Coding Responsibilities

• Review and accurately code inpatient short-term acute care charts
• Apply inpatient coding knowledge to Level II Trauma and swing-bed records
• Use Cerner, the 3M/Solventum encoder, and CAC tools to support efficient chart completion
• Maintain an average productivity rate of approximately 2 charts per hour while following quality standards
• Complete daily coding assignments within established timelines
• Communicate clearly through Microsoft Outlook and Teams regarding assignments, workflow, and time-off requests
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy while working independently in a remote setting

Apply now for this remote Inpatient Coder contract opportunity supporting healthcare revenue cycle operations in the South Bend, Indiana area.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.