Inpatient Medical Coder (Remote – Select States Only)

The Inpatient Medical Coder is responsible for accurately coding hospital inpatient records using ICD‑10‑CM and ICD‑10‑PCS to support appropriate reimbursement, data integrity, and compliance with federal and state regulations.

Candidates must reside in one of the following states:

Maryland, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., West Virginia, Virginia, Tennessee, Texas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, or Florida.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze inpatient medical records and assign accurate ICD‑10‑CM/PCS codes
• Ensure correct APR‑DRG/MS‑DRG, SOI, ROM, and POA assignment
• Review documentation and collaborate with clinical staff and CDI teams to resolve discrepancies
• Code and abstract records within established productivity and turnaround time standards
• Maintain high coding accuracy to prevent denials and compliance risk
• Communicate with billing and hospital departments regarding coding or registration issues
• Adhere to AHIMA ethical standards and HIPAA requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of outpatient coding experience
• At least 1 year of inpatient ICD‑10‑CM/PCS coding in a hospital setting
• Strong knowledge of APR‑DRGs, MS‑DRGs, SOI, ROM, and reimbursement impact

Required Certifications

• CPC, CIC, or CCS (CCS required or obtained within one year)
• Preferred: RHIT or RHIA

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Philadelphia, PA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $42.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.