Coder I
Facility: Scripps Health Corp
Location: San Diego, CA (Remote)
Career Area: Health Information
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Day
Job ID: 252001806
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Scripps Health Administrative Services supports our five hospital campuses, 31 outpatient centers, clinics, emergency rooms, urgent care sites, along with our 17,000 employees, more than 3,000 affiliated physicians and 2,000 volunteers.
Healthcare is constantly changing and so is our workplace. Scripps Health continues to build a flexible work culture that supports a work-life balance consisting of flexible work schedules and full-time remote or hybrid remote opportunities in San Diego County. Now you can surround yourself, virtually, with people who are dedicated to making a difference in how we care for our patients, bringing your purpose to life through the work that you do.
Job Description
This is a Full-Time (80 hours every two weeks) benefited and remote position. Must be local in San Diego or willing to relocate. The work schedule will include working one Saturday or Sunday per week and come onsite if needed.
Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.
The Coder I is responsible for correct and timely coding of all medical records utilizing appropriate systems. Codes procedures, diagnoses or conditions, working from the appropriate medical record. May provide instructions to lower level coders as needed. Converts diagnosis and procedure data from patient medical record to ICD-9-CM/ICD-10 or similar coding scheme. Completes reimbursement or data abstraction forms for submission to appropriate parties. Identifies and sequences the diagnoses and procedures following all medical necessity guidelines. Meets productivity and quality standards. Interacts with physicians and other staff to clarify documentation.
Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:
- Good critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Required Certification/Registration:
- Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) from American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from American Academy of Professional Coders.
Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:
- Associates Degree in Health Information Technology.
- 2+ years of related experience.
- Epic experience.
- Experience with PB coding.
- RHIA certification.
In compliance with the California Pay Transparency Act, Scripps Health posts the pay range for all jobs. Please note that actual pay will be determined based on relevant experience and internal equity within the pay range. Please also note this range is applicable for employees who reside in California only. A geographical pay differential may be applied for remote employees who reside out of state. Scripps Health strives to ensure that our employees receive equal pay for equal work in line with our commitment to being an equal opportunity employer.
Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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At Scripps, we seek dedicated, compassionate people to join our team and make a significant impact on the health of our community and the future of health care. Throughout our five hospital campuses, 30 outpatient centers and clinics, and hundreds of affiliated physician offices throughout the region, each member of our team plays a key role in our life-changing and life-saving mission. Scripps Health is the only San Diego-based company to make Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Places to Work. Our people and their commitment to the highest standards of care are what define us.
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