California Licensed Inpatient Coder

Job Summary

To support accurate medical record documentation, the full-time California Licensed Inpatient Coder will code and abstract inpatient cases using ICD-CM, ICD-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems, while working remotely and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Key responsibilities:

• Reviews medical records to identify and code diagnoses and procedures accurately
• Ensures timely completion of coding and abstracting while meeting established productivity and quality standards
• 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 terminology and 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 guidelines
• Ability to maintain coding credentials and complete required Continuing Education units