California Licensed Inpatient Coder

Job Summary

To ensure accurate coding and abstracting of inpatient cases, the full-time California Licensed Inpatient Coder will review medical records, assign appropriate codes using ICD-CM, ICD-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS, and interact with physicians to clarify patient information while working remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Reviews medical record documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures for coding
• Codes all appropriate diagnoses and procedures in compliance with regulatory requirements and guidelines
• Ensures timely completion of coding and abstracting while meeting established productivity and quality standards

Required qualifications

• Three years of continuous hospital coding experience within the last five years
• High School Diploma or GED with completion of relevant medical coding classes from an accredited program
• Certification as a Coding Specialist, Health Information Technician, or Health Information Administrator
• Basic knowledge of reimbursement methodologies and coding conventions
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians regarding diagnoses and procedures