Lead Inpatient Coding Coordinator

Company: Addison Group
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Lead Inpatient Coding Coordinator (Audit & DRG Review) Location (City, State): Remote (U.S.-based) Industry: Healthcare | Revenue Cycle Management | Health Information Management Pay: Approximately $38 to $42 per hour, depending on experience About Our Client: Our client is a large, well-established healthcare organization with a national footprint, known for delivering patient-centered care while investing heavily in operational excellence. They support complex hospital systems and offer long-term growth opportunities within revenue cycle and coding leadership tracks. Job Description: Addison Group is hiring an experienced Inpatient Coding Coordinator to support one of our healthcare clients in a fully remote capacity. This role serves as a bridge between coding teams and leadership, focusing on quality assurance, audit reviews, DRG accuracy, and real-time coder education. The position offers strong visibility and long-term advancement potential. Key Responsibilities: Perform second-level inpatient coding reviews following audits, system edits, and pre-bill findings Analyze DRG variances and support downgrade prevention efforts Educate and mentor coders on coding accuracy and compliance standards Respond to coding questions and complex chart scenarios Provide inpatient coding coverage when workflow volume requires Track productivity and assist with DNFC performance goals Stay current with ICD-10 guidelines and regulatory updates Qualifications: Required: 3 to 5 years of acute care inpatient coding experience Associate’s degree in Health Information Management or related field RHIT or CCS certification Strong analytical and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Preferred: Experience within large multi-facility health systems RHIA, RHIT, CCS certification, CPC is ok as well. Additional Details: Fully remote position Holiday rotation required; select holidays may be worked Double-time pay for worked holidays Vaccination requirements may apply based on state regulations Hiring process includes a coding assessment and one interview Feedback typically within 24 hours Start date targeted ASAP Perks/Benefits: Competitive hourly compensation Fully remote work environment Clear path to supervisory or management roles Exposure to enterprise healthcare operations Stable long-term opportunity Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. IND 004-008

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