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Coding Specialist
Location
California
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
$30 / hour
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Coding Specialist
Mission Healthcare
• Review and validate medical codes assigned to diagnoses, procedures, and services to ensure accuracy and compliance with ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, and other coding systems. • Provide expert coding guidance and support to clinicians, and other departments, serving as a resource for complex coding questions. • Conduct coding audits and quality reviews to identify discrepancies and ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines. • Generate and analyze coding productivity reports. • Collaborate with IT and billing teams to resolve system issues impacting coding workflows. • Participate in organizational initiatives, training and continuous improvement to better support the coding process.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field preferred.
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or equivalent certification required.
- Minimum 3-5 years of progressive medical coding experience, preferably in home health, hospice, or related healthcare settings.
- Strong knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS coding guidelines, and regulatory compliance standards.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and coding software systems.
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
- Disability, life, and AD&D insurance
- Pet insurance
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