California Licensed Inpatient Coder

Job Summary

To ensure accurate coding and abstracting of inpatient cases, the full-time California Licensed Inpatient Coder will work remotely, reviewing medical records and assigning codes using ICD-CM, ICD-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems while adhering to regulatory guidelines.

Key responsibilities

• Reviews medical record documentation to identify and code diagnoses and procedures
• Organizes and prioritizes work assignments to ensure timely and compliant coding
• Interacts with physicians to clarify and document patient diagnostic and procedural information

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
• Certification as a Certified Coding Specialist, Registered Health Information Technician, or Registered Health Information Administrator
• Basic knowledge of reimbursement methodologies and coding conventions
• Ability to achieve a minimum score of 75% on the KP Inpatient Coding test