About this role

To ensure accurate coding and abstracting of inpatient cases, the full-time California Licensed Inpatient Coder will review medical records, assign appropriate codes using ICD-CM, ICD-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS systems, and interact with physicians to clarify diagnostic information, all while working remotely. Key responsibilities: Reviews medical record documentation to identify and code diagnoses and procedures Ensures timely and compliant coding of records in accordance with regulatory requirements Interacts with physicians to clarify and accurately 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 from an accredited program Certification as a Coding Specialist or Registered Health Information Technician/Administrator Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology Ability to achieve a minimum score of 75% on the KP Inpatient Coding test

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