The HIM Hospital Inpatient & Same Day Surgery Coding Analyst deciphers and interprets provider documentation in the health record and assigns diagnostic information using ICD-10-CM/ PCS and CPT codes for a complex range of acute care services for Intermountain Health. The caregiver provides specific coding expertise in the various fields of NCCI edits, Drugs and Biologicals, Revenue Codes, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes, ICD-10 & CPT codes, DR - Gs, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology. The analyst also performs audits, provides feedback, and advanced training to clinical teams and physicians on ICD-10 and CPT coding best practices. Essential Functions. Reviews and analyzes inpatient medical records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance for Same Day Surgery, Observation and Inpatient acute services at Intermountain Health. Performs coding at an advanced level of complexity for inpatient hospitals including governmental and/or payer specific requirements, charts with extended stay length, multiple surgeries, and numerous consultations. Following regulatory guidelines, assigns appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes using ICD-10-CM/ PCS, CPT and other coding systems. Ensures that coded data accurately reflects the severity of illness, risk of mortality, and quality of care. Queries physicians and other clinical staff for clarification or documentation when needed. Validates DRG and APR-DRG and ambulatory assignments and reimbursement calculations. Abides by the AHIMA Code of Ethics and Standards of Ethical Coding. Follows coding policies and procedures and reports any issues or discrepancies. Performs coding audits and provides feedback and education to coders and clinical staff. Participates in coding quality improvement initiatives and projects. Skills. ICD-10-CM & PCS - Electronic Health Record. Anatomy, physiology & pathophysiology. Accuracy. Detail oriented. Coding software. Interpersonal skills. Computer literacy. Coding regulations. Analytical Skills. Required Qualifications. High School Diploma or GED required. Coding Certification from AHIMA or AAPC. Demonstrates expert level ability to understand and compliantly apply complex coding and billing requirements. Demonstrates strong knowledge and understanding of medical terminology, medical acronyms, pharmacology, anatomy and physiology and ICD-10-CM/ PCS, DRG, and APR-DRG classification systems. Ability to complete and pass internal coding exam. Demonstrated proficiency in using coding software, electronic health records, and other health information systems. Demonstrated excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications. Associate degree or higher in health information management, health informatics, or related field. Degree must be obtained through an accredited institution. Education is verified. Demonstrated acute care facility coding experience which includes both ICD-10-CM & PCS coding with multidisciplinary service lines. Experience with EPIC EHR and 3 M 360 CAC (Computer Assisted Coding), using 3 M automation tools.