Inpatient Medical Coder– DRG Specialist - Remote

Houston, TX, us remote Until 8/21/2026 2+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted June 3, 2026 Last posted June 3, 2026
Job description

Delivering Digital Outcomes. Driving Real Impact.

Sutherland is the preferred digital transformation partner for iconic brands worldwide, unlocking new value for their business, people, and customers.

In this role, we will look to you to analyze and interpret complex records in order to identify and accurately bill for Trauma 1 facility Inpatient services. Specifically, you will assign and sequence correct diagnostic and procedure codes in compliance with third party payor requirements, and when necessary, obtain clarification when presented with conflicting, ambiguous, or non-specific documentation.

 

  • At least 2 years of inpatient coding experience in a trauma 1 setting.
  • RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS, CIC certification
  • Strong communication, analytical and research skills with a keen attention to detail

Additionally, your background must include demonstrated knowledge of:

  • Coding concepts for facility diagnosis and procedure coding and DRG assignment
  • Legal and policy directives pertinent to coding
  • Be familiar with proper reference materials, standards and guidelines for coding
  • Experience using various EMRs and encoders; or ability to learn quickly
  • Confidentiality requirements

     

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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About this role

Summary

Analyze records, assign codes, ensure compliance, and support inpatient trauma coding processes

Job title

Inpatient Medical Coder– DRG Specialist

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

remote work allowed from any location

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

coding conceptsdiagnosis and procedure codingDRG assignmentEMRsencoderspolicy directivesconfidentiality

Preferred skills

communicationresearch skills

Specializations

inpatient codingDRGtrauma 1diagnostic codingprocedure coding
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Houston, TX, USA

Remote City