ProFee Coder - Inpatient

Role Summary 

Responsible for reviewing provider documentation and assigning accurate CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes for physician services. This role supports compliant coding, accurate charge capture, and overall revenue integrity across a variety of specialties, supporting single-specialty or multi-specialty engagements. 

Core Responsibilities 

• Review provider documentation to assign accurate CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes. 
• Ensure documentation supports coded services and identify/escalate discrepancies or gaps. 
• Ensure compliance with CMS, payer-specific rules, and official coding guidelines (including AMA and NCCI edits). 
• Maintain established quality metrics (e.g., =95% coding accuracy) and meet productivity standards. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Credentials: CPC, CCS-P, RHIA, or RHIT (active and in good standing). 
• Experience: Minimum 2–3+ years professional fee coding experience. Experience in hospital-based or physician practice environments preferred. 
• Skills & Knowledge: Strong knowledge of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, modifiers, NCCI edits, and payer policies. 

Client & Specialty Alignments 

• Evaluation & Management (E/M) Services: Requires strong knowledge of E/M leveling guidelines, accurate capture of chronic conditions, and validation of medical inpatient encounters.
• Minor & Major Procedure Coding: Requires the ability to independently review documentation and accurately assign CPT/HCPCS codes for both minor and major procedures, including appropriate modifier application and adherence to coding guidelines.

Work Model & Employment Tracks 

• Work Model: 100% remote, independent, production-focused environment with collaboration across coding, audit, and client teams. 
• Full-Time (FT): Standard production aligned to client or project needs. 
• Part-Time / PRN / Project-Based: Flexible support for backlog, specialty coverage, or targeted initiatives. 
• Note: Some positions may require evening or weekend coverage based on client needs or project scope. 

Why Sage Clinical RCM 

• National exposure to diverse, high-acuity health systems and specialties. 
• Quality-first culture with realistic expectations (not volume-only). 
• Flexible work options (FT, PT, and PRN). 
• Opportunity to expand into other audit, education, and advisory services.