Coding Coordinator IV - (Remote)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 30, 2026. ChristianaCare scores A on the Alion truth index.
Job Details
Do you want to work at one of the Top 100 Hospitals in the nation? We are guided by our values of Love and Excellence and are passionate about delivering health, not just health care. Comejoinus at ChristianaCare!
ChristianaCare, with Hospitals in Wilmington and Newark, DE, as well as Elkton, MD, is one of the largest health care providers in the Mid-Atlantic Region. Named one of “America’s Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report, we have an excess of 1,100 beds between our hospitals and are committedto providing the best patient care in the region. We are proud to that Christiana Hospital, Wilmington Hospital, our Ambulatory Services, and HomeHealth have all received ANCC Magnet Recognition®.
Primary Function:
ChristianaCare is currently seeking a full-time Inpatient Coding Coordinator IV who will beresponsibleforthe timelyand accuratecoding for reimbursementand data collection purposes. Coordinatesdaily responsibilities of coding and support staff.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Timely prebill review and audit patient medical records (inpatientprimarily) and correctly capture of final DRG for each review.
Analyze clinicaldata of inpatients, current treatment, past medical history and identifies potential gaps in physician documentation.
Analyze and report trends for improvement opportunitiesin coding and documentation.
Verifycoding and abstracting accuracy by performing quantities and qualitative reviews.
Communicate with physicians or other providers to validate diagnoses, clinical indicatorsand appropriately prompts for documentationutilizationAHIMA/ACDIS best practice query principles,if necessary, either verbally or written.
Follow industry best practice coding standards in accordance with CMS, AHIMA, AHA,AAPC,and AMA guidelines.
Create educational material and educate physicians, coders, and other key healthcare providers regarding clinical documentation improvement and the need for accurate and complete documentation in the health record.
Train and audit entry level coders or coders who are being trained in a new discipline.
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
- RHIA, RHIT or CCS certification or equivalent certification/degree.
- College credits in medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
- Three years coding experience in a Health Information Management Department or equivalent.
- Experience with implementing and maintaining computer systems.
Christianacare Offers:
Full Medical,Dental,Vision,LifeInsurance,etc.
403(b) with company match.
Generouspaidtimeoff.
Incredible Work/Lifebenefitsincluding annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirementplanning services, financial coaching,fitness and wellnessreimbursement,and greatdiscountsthrough several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!
Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, 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.
Post End Date
Jan 1, 2027EEO Posting Statement
ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/