Certified Professional Coder

AltaMed Health Services; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 46,494; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement savings plan with matching contributions

Flexible Spending Accounts

Career Advancement & Development opportunities

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Pet Care Insurance

Job summary

AltaMed Health Services in Commerce, California, is seeking a Medical Coder to join its team. The position involves assigning codes for patient care and billing purposes, ensuring accuracy in coding services, and handling reimbursements effectively.

Candidates must have certification as a Professional Coder (CPC) and at least a year of relevant experience. The compensation ranges from $27.00 to $33.75 per hour along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in processing reimbursements and coding services.
• Knowledge of ICD-9-CM, HCPCS, and CPT codes.
• Ability to work with NextGen system.

Responsibilities

• Assign codes to patient symptoms, diagnoses, and treatments.
• Ensure accuracy of medical billing and coding entries.

Skills

Medical record coding

Charge edit review

Billing edit review

Education

Minimum one year of college or equivalent experience

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) preferred

Job description

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Assigned codes to patient symptoms, diagnosis, operations, and treatments to process reimbursements, knowledge and expertise in reviewing and adjudicating coding services, procedures, and diagnoses on medical claims. Completes accuracy and timely entry of ICD-9-CM, HCPCS procedure codes, and CPT codes into the NextGen system.

Minimum Requirements

• A minimum of one year of college/trade school, or a minimum of two years of experience with medical record coding and charge edit review, and or billing edit review required.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required, Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) preferred, depending on hiring department.

Compensation

$27.00 - $33.75 hourly

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.