Certified Medical Coder II — Hybrid Role, Impactful Coding

Nhcare; Escondido, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Neighborhood Healthcare is seeking a Medical Coder II in Escondido, CA to review, analyze, and code diagnostic and procedural information from medical records using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding systems. This mid-level role ensures compliance and supports reimbursement through precise coding.

You will query clinicians when documentation is unclear, collaborate with coding staff and clinical teams, and stay current with CMS and regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPC or CCS or equivalent certification required.
• 2–4 years medical coding experience in physician group or healthcare clinic.
• Proficiency in outpatient coding.

Responsibilities

• Review and abstract clinical data from medical records for accurate code assignment.
• Assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services.
• Ensure coding compliance with federal regulations, payer policies, and organizational standards.
• Query physicians for clarification when documentation is incomplete or unclear.
• Collaborate with coding staff, auditors, and clinical teams to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

ICD-10-CM

CPT

HCPCS

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPC or CCS or equivalent

Tools

eClinicalWorks

Job description

Neighborhood Healthcare is seeking a Medical Coder II in Escondido, CA to review, analyze, and code diagnostic and procedural information from medical records using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding systems. This mid-level role ensures compliance and supports reimbursement through precise coding.

You will query clinicians when documentation is unclear, collaborate with coding staff and clinical teams, and stay current with CMS and regulatory changes.