Clinical Coding Specialists

AHIMA; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No State Tax

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

PTO

401K

Job summary

Carson Tahoe Health is seeking detail-oriented Clinical Coding Specialists at multiple experience levels to join our coding team. You will assign ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT/HCPCS codes for inpatient and outpatient services and ensure data accuracy across departments.

Level I–III vary by experience: entry tests foundational coding; intermediate handles complex outpatient/professional coding; senior focuses on inpatient MS-DRG and POA indicators. AHIMA/AAPC certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Active AHIMA or AAPC certification(s) as listed above.
• One year of coding experience for Level I; two years for Level II; three years inpatient experience for Level III.

Responsibilities

• Assign compliant ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS/CPT/HCPCS codes across inpatient and outpatient services.
• Abstract medical records accurately and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with HIM, Revenue Cycle, and clinical teams to clarify documentation.
• Meet productivity and quality standards to support reimbursement and data integrity.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

AHIMA CCA/CCS-P/CCS or AAPC CPC/CPC-A

AHIMA RHIA/RHIT or CCS or AAPC CIC

Job description

We are seeking detail-oriented Clinical Coding Specialists at all experience levels (entry, intermediate, and senior) to join our team. This role is designed as a unified opportunity for candidates with varying levels of coding expertise. Based on experience and qualifications, candidates will be aligned to the appropriate level within our coding structure. Clinical Coding Specialists are responsible for assigning accurate, compliant diagnosis and procedure codes across inpatient and outpatient services. This role works collaboratively with Health Information Management (HIM), Revenue Cycle, and clinical teams to ensure timely, high-quality coding that supports organizational, regulatory, and reimbursement requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assign compliant, complete, and accurate codes based on clinical documentation, including:
• ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes
• ICD-10-PCS procedure codes (inpatient)
• CPT/HCPCS procedure codes (outpatient/professional services)
• MS-DRGs and APCs, as applicable
• E/M facility and professional codes
• Modifiers and Present on Admission (POA) indicators
• Perform coding across a range of care settings depending on level and assignment, including:
• Outpatient hospital services, Emergency Department, Urgent Care, Observation, and Ambulatory Surgery (intermediate level)
• Outpatient ancillary services (entry level)
• Ensure complete and accurate abstraction of medical record data
• Maintain compliance with all coding guidelines, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies
• Collaborate with HIM, Revenue Cycle, and clinical staff to clarify documentation and resolve discrepancies
• Meet productivity, quality, and timeliness standards to support organizational goals
• Contribute to accurate reimbursement and data integrity

Level-Specific Focus

• Level I (Entry – Coder Outpatient Professional):
  • Focuses on coding outpatient ancillary services with an emphasis on foundational coding accuracy and data abstraction.
  • Required: Active AHIMA CCA or CCS-P or CCS or AAPC CPC or CPC-A or AAPC COC or COC-A or AAPC CEMC or AAPC COSC or CGSC
  • Required: One year of previous coding experience
• Level II (Intermediate – Coder Outpatient Professional, Surgery, ER):
  • Handles more complex outpatient and professional services coding, including APCs, CPT/HCPCS, E/M coding, and modifiers across multiple outpatient settings.
  • Required: Active AHIMA CCA or CCS-P or CCS or AAPC CPC or CPC-A or AAPC COC or COC-A or AAPC CEMC or AAPC COSC or CGSC
  • Required: Two years of previous coding experience
• Level III (Senior – Coder Inpatient):
  • Specializes in inpatient coding, including MS-DRG assignment, ICD-10-PCS procedures, and POA indicators, with a high level of autonomy and expertise.
  • Required: AHIMA RHIA or RHIT or CCS or AAPC CIC
  • Required: Three years of previous inpatient hospital coding experience

About Carson Tahoe Health

Our Mission:at Carson Tahoe Health is to enhance the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Our Core Valuesinclude putting patients first and treating everyone with dignity and respect.

Carson Tahoe Health is a comprehensive healthcare network featuring one hospital, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 20 regional locations. Our reach stretches far and wide, encompassing Carson City, Minden, Carson Valley, South Reno, Dayton, Lake Tahoe, and beyond.

Our Benefits

• No State Income Tax
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Telehealth
• Paid Time Off, Mental Health, and Volunteer Days
• 100% Vested 401K & Roth with Company Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonuses
• On Site Education & Certification Programs
• Base Wage Increases for Relevant Advanced Degrees
• Free Calm App Subscription