California Certified Coder

Job Summary

Reviewing SDS and OBV records, the full-time remote Senior Certified Coder will validate diagnosis and procedure codes, ensuring compliance with coding conventions while collaborating with various departments to provide coding feedback and education.

Key responsibilities

• Abstracts and assigns ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and CPT procedure codes from SDS and OBV patient records for accurate reimbursement and data submissions
• Audits medical records for proper coding and compliance with federal and state regulations, providing feedback to departmental leadership on documentation accuracy
• Follows up on coding holds and collaborates with departments to address charge corrections and modifications

Required qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent required; Associate's/Technical Degree preferred
• AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification required
• Three years of coding and healthcare experience required
• Working knowledge of hospital Cerner EMR (electronic medical record) required