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This position is a remote position; however, the successful candidate must reside in the State of California. Please check our website for other remote or non‑remote coder opportunities in and outside of the State of California.
$5,000 Sign‑On Bonus Available
The Coder IV is a member of the Health Information Management Team responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of clinical coding. The role validates information in databases for outcome management and specialty registries across the integrated healthcare system.
Principle Duties And Accountabilities
Assign codes for diagnoses, treatments, and procedures according to the appropriate classification system for inpatient admissions.
Code ancillary emergency department, same‑day surgery, and observation charts if needed.
Review provider documentation to determine the principal diagnosis, comorbidities, complications, secondary conditions, and surgical procedures following official coding guidelines.
Utilize technical coding principles and APC reimbursement expertise to assign appropriate ICD‑10‑CM diagnoses, ICD‑10‑PCS procedures, and CPT‑4 for procedures.
Understand ICD‑10 Coding in relation to DRGs.
Abstract additional data elements during chart review when coding as needed.
Ensure accurate coding by clarifying diagnosis and procedural information through an established query process if necessary.
Assign Present on Admission (POA) values for inpatient diagnoses.
Extract required information from source documentation and enter it into encoder and abstracting systems.
Identify non‑payment conditions, Hospital‑Acquired Conditions (HAC), and Patient Safety Indicators (PSI) following established procedures.
Collaborate in the DRG mismatch process with the Clinical Documentation Improvement team.
Verify and correct the patient disposition upon discharge when necessary.
Prioritize work to meet regulatory requirements for medical record coding timelines.
Serve as a resource for coding‑related questions as appropriate.
Adhere to required levels of performance in coding accuracy and productivity.
Maintain a record of coded and non‑coded charts.
Provide documentation feedback to providers as needed.
Participate in coding department meetings and educational events.
Meet performance and quality standards at the Coder III level.
Abide by AHIMA’s Standards of Ethical Coding and official coding guidelines.
Perform other duties that directly impact revenue cycle and decrease DNFB, including charge validation and observation calculations.
Benefits
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft Coverage
Adoption Assistance
Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition Assistance
Retirement Programs
Wellness Programs
Job Requirements Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an AHIMA or AAPC accredited coding certification program covering anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, medical terminology, ICD‑10, and CPT coding.
Maintain current coding credential from AHIMA or AAPC (RHIA‑RHIT, CCS, CCS‑P, CPC, or CPC‑H).
Three years of relevant coding and abstracting experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in an acute care hospital setting.
A minimum of 3 years of inpatient medical coding experience.
Must have ICD‑10 coding experience.
Proficiency with a PC in a Windows environment, including MS Word and EMR systems.
Ability to pass a coding technical assessment.
One year of experience waived for those who have attended the Dignity Health Coding Apprenticeship Program.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with various encoder systems (e.g., Optum CAC, Cemer).
Intermediate level of Microsoft Excel.
Experience with coding and charge validation.
Remote position; candidate must reside in California.
Where You'll Work Mercy Medical Center, a Dignity Health member, has a rich history of care in the community for more than 100 years. The 186‑bed main campus offers the latest facility design and technology. Mercy also operates outpatient centers, a cancer center, and several rural clinics. Employees contribute to a culture of high‑quality personalized care across the system.
Pay Range $33.31 - $44.83 per hour
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This position is a remote position; however, the successful candidate must reside in the State of California. Please check our website for other remote or non‑remote coder opportunities in and outside of the State of California.
$5,000 Sign‑On Bonus Available
The Coder IV is a member of the Health Information Management Team responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of clinical coding. The role validates information in databases for outcome management and specialty registries across the integrated healthcare system.
Principle Duties And Accountabilities
Assign codes for diagnoses, treatments, and procedures according to the appropriate classification system for inpatient admissions.
Code ancillary emergency department, same‑day surgery, and observation charts if needed.
Review provider documentation to determine the principal diagnosis, comorbidities, complications, secondary conditions, and surgical procedures following official coding guidelines.
Utilize technical coding principles and APC reimbursement expertise to assign appropriate ICD‑10‑CM diagnoses, ICD‑10‑PCS procedures, and CPT‑4 for procedures.
Understand ICD‑10 Coding in relation to DRGs.
Abstract additional data elements during chart review when coding as needed.
Ensure accurate coding by clarifying diagnosis and procedural information through an established query process if necessary.
Assign Present on Admission (POA) values for inpatient diagnoses.
Extract required information from source documentation and enter it into encoder and abstracting systems.
Identify non‑payment conditions, Hospital‑Acquired Conditions (HAC), and Patient Safety Indicators (PSI) following established procedures.
Collaborate in the DRG mismatch process with the Clinical Documentation Improvement team.
Verify and correct the patient disposition upon discharge when necessary.
Prioritize work to meet regulatory requirements for medical record coding timelines.
Serve as a resource for coding‑related questions as appropriate.
Adhere to required levels of performance in coding accuracy and productivity.
Maintain a record of coded and non‑coded charts.
Provide documentation feedback to providers as needed.
Participate in coding department meetings and educational events.
Meet performance and quality standards at the Coder III level.
Abide by AHIMA’s Standards of Ethical Coding and official coding guidelines.
Perform other duties that directly impact revenue cycle and decrease DNFB, including charge validation and observation calculations.
Benefits
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft Coverage
Adoption Assistance
Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition Assistance
Retirement Programs
Wellness Programs
Job Requirements Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an AHIMA or AAPC accredited coding certification program covering anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, medical terminology, ICD‑10, and CPT coding.
Maintain current coding credential from AHIMA or AAPC (RHIA‑RHIT, CCS, CCS‑P, CPC, or CPC‑H).
Three years of relevant coding and abstracting experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in an acute care hospital setting.
A minimum of 3 years of inpatient medical coding experience.
Must have ICD‑10 coding experience.
Proficiency with a PC in a Windows environment, including MS Word and EMR systems.
Ability to pass a coding technical assessment.
One year of experience waived for those who have attended the Dignity Health Coding Apprenticeship Program.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with various encoder systems (e.g., Optum CAC, Cemer).
Intermediate level of Microsoft Excel.
Experience with coding and charge validation.
Remote position; candidate must reside in California.
Where You'll Work Mercy Medical Center, a Dignity Health member, has a rich history of care in the community for more than 100 years. The 186‑bed main campus offers the latest facility design and technology. Mercy also operates outpatient centers, a cancer center, and several rural clinics. Employees contribute to a culture of high‑quality personalized care across the system.
Pay Range $33.31 - $44.83 per hour
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