California Licensed Inpatient Coder

Job Summary

To ensure accurate coding and abstraction of inpatient cases, the full-time California Licensed Inpatient Coder will work remotely, focusing on coding diagnoses and procedures from medical records 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 accurately
• Organizes and prioritizes work assignments to ensure timely and compliant coding in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Interacts with physicians to clarify and document patient diagnostic and procedural information effectively

Required qualifications:

• Three years of continuous hospital coding experience within the last five years
• High School Diploma or GED with completion of classes in medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and current coding conventions from an accredited program
• Certification as a Coding Specialist or Registered Health Information Technician/Administrator
• Basic knowledge of reimbursement methodologies and coding guidelines
• Ability to maintain coding credentials and complete required Continuing Education units