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, reviewing medical records to assign appropriate codes using ICD-CM, ICD-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems while adhering to regulatory guidelines.

Key responsibilities:

• Reviews medical records to identify and code diagnoses and procedures accurately
• Organizes and prioritizes work to meet coding productivity and quality standards
• Interacts with physicians to clarify 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 Coding Specialist or Health Information Technician/Administrator
• Basic knowledge of computer systems and coding methodologies
• Ability to maintain coding credentials and complete required Continuing Education units