SmarterDx is transforming how health systems use clinical AI to capture the full value of patient care delivered. Built by physician-data scientists and trained on clinically-validated EHR data, our clinical AI platform interprets the nuances behind every patient story and makes clinically-sound recommendations for revenue cycle teams — helping hospitals recover earned revenue, improve quality metrics, reduce denials, and streamline revenue cycle operations. As a Smartian, you’ll help build technology that makes healthcare more accurate, sustainable, and effective for everyone. Learn more at .
Clinical Coding Specialist(Inpatient)
Role
As an Inpatient Coding Specialist at SmarterDx, you will be responsible for conducting comprehensive chart reviews and coding validation of AI diagnostic models to support coding improvement. This role is instrumental in ensuring our AI models are clinically accurate and of high-quality.
This role is fully remote within the US
What You’ll Do
Review and analyze medical records to ensure coding accuracy in a timely fashion
Identify opportunities for improvement in coding models
Understand and apply coding guidelines to assign appropriate codes to diagnoses and procedures as supported by clinical documentation
Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current on documentation and coding guidelines
Contribute to process improvement efforts to enhance coding practices and support efficient and effective healthcare delivery
What You Bring
5+ years of recent experience in performing inpatient coding and/or auditing
Strong expertise in ICD-10 classification system
Active RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS credential(s)
Experience reviewing complex medical records and applying coding conventions and guidelines accurately
Familiarity with DRG and inpatient reimbursement methodologies
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify subtle coding inaccuracies
Experience with coding audits, QA, or validation workflows
Strong written communication for documenting rationale and feedback
Nice To Haves
Experience working with AI coding tools or CAC (computer-assisted coding) systems
Prior experience in auditing or coding quality assurance roles
Familiarity with evaluation frameworks, labeling, or annotation workflows
Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist(CCDS) or Clinical Documentation Improvement Practitioner (CDIP) credentials
Compensation
$75k - $105k salary + benefits, 100% US-based remote
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision – Comprehensive plans with leading insurance providers, covering 75% of your premiums, depending on the plan.
Paid Parental Leave – Generous paid leave to support families through birth or adoption: Up to 12 weeks for parents.
Remote-First Team – Work from anywhere in the U.S.
Unlimited PTO & 11 Holidays – So you can relax and recharge.
401(k) with Traditional & Roth Options – Tax-advantaged retirement savings through Fidelity with a 4% match.
Minimal Bureaucracy – A fast-moving, high-impact environment where you can focus on what matters.
Incredible Teammates! – Work alongside smart, supportive, and mission-driven colleagues.
SmarterDx is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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