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, applying ICD-CM, ICD-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding conventions while interacting with physicians to clarify patient information.

Key responsibilities:

• Review medical records to identify and code diagnoses and procedures accurately
• Organize and prioritize coding assignments to meet productivity and compliance standards
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity in accordance with regulatory guidelines and organizational policies

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 anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians for coding clarification