Medical Coder

Job Description

Pride Health is hiring a Medical Coder to support our client’s medical facility based in Hartford, Connecticut. This contract opportunity is a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Responsibilities:

Review inpatient clinical documentation and assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes

Determine appropriate DRGs for compliance and reimbursement

Use CAC/encoder software, coding manuals, UHDDS standards, and official guidelines

Code complex cases including:

Interventional Radiology & Cardiology

Cardiovascular Surgeries

Major Transplants

Neurovascular Surgeries

Spinal Fusions

Level 1 Trauma

Ensure data quality for internal/external reporting, research, and regulatory use

Resolve edits and complete reviews daily

Collaborate with CDS, Quality Management, Billing, and Registration

Seek clarification from physicians for ambiguous or missing documentation

Mentor and support junior coders on complex cases

Meet productivity standards and KPIs

Qualifications:

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) – required and must be maintained

Minimum 2–3 years progressive inpatient coding experience

Expertise in coding high-dollar, high-complexity inpatient accounts

Strong understanding of ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding

Proficiency in using encoders, CAC software, and medical record analysis

Additional Information:

Location: Hartford, Connecticut (Remote)

Job Type: Contract to Hire

Schedule: 5x8 Day - 8:00 am - 4:30pm

Pay Range: $30.00 per hour

*Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials.

Pride Health provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and long-term disability insurance, and optional supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses, and children. Additional perks include short-term disability, accident and critical illness coverage, identity theft protection, a 403b retirement plan, and tuition reimbursement of up to $4,000 annually for full-time employees.

About Pride Health

Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.

As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.Company Description

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts.

Fully remote