Coder II: Coding

Hoag Health System; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Orange County, CA, seeks a skilled Medical Coder to review clinical documentation and apply ICD-10-CM codes for diagnoses and procedures. The role supports billing, reporting and regulatory compliance, requiring attention to coding guidelines and accuracy.

The coder will verify code capture, assist with quality review meetings, and may contribute to workflow improvements. Experience in a hospital setting and CCS/CPC certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a certified coding program or CAHIM accredited HIT program required.
• Two years of hospital acute care Emergency and/or Outpatient procedures experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical documentation and diagnostic results and apply ICD-10-CM codes to support diagnoses, procedures, and treatment results; used for billing, reporting, research and regulatory compliance.
• Verify that ICD-10-CM codes are correctly captured and that physician is correctly abstracted; stay updated with coding guideline changes.
• Resolve billing-related errors and assist with workflow changes and process improvements; identify chargeable items and facility levels for ED visits.

Skills

Medical coding

CCS

CPC

RHIT/CCS-P

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified coding program or CAHIM HIT program

Tools

Epic/EMR

Coding guidelines knowledge

Job description

• The Coder reviews clinical documentation and diagnostic results and applies appropriate ICD-10-CM codes to support diagnoses, procedures, and treatment results. Codes are used for billing, internal and external reporting, research, and regulatory compliance activities. Abides by the standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and adheres to all official coding guidelines.
• Verify that all ICD-10-CM codes are correctly captured. Verify that physician is correctly abstracted. Keeps abreast of coding guideline changes by self-study, assigned education, coding meeting attendance or related in-services. Participates in internal and external quality review meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Description

• The Coder reviews clinical documentation and diagnostic results and applies appropriate ICD-10-CM codes to support diagnoses, procedures, and treatment results. Codes are used for billing, internal and external reporting, research, and regulatory compliance activities. Abides by the standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and adheres to all official coding guidelines.
• Verify that all ICD-10-CM codes are correctly captured. Verify that physician is correctly abstracted. Keeps abreast of coding guideline changes by self-study, assigned education, coding meeting attendance or related in-services. Participates in internal and external quality review meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• The Coder reviews clinical documentation and diagnostic results and applies appropriate ICD-10-CM codes to support diagnoses, procedures, and treatment results. Codes are used for billing, internal and external reporting, research, and regulatory compliance activities. Abides by the standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and adheres to all official coding guidelines.
• Verify that all ICD-10-CM codes are correctly captured. Verify that physician is correctly abstracted. Keeps abreast of coding guideline changes by self-study, assigned education, coding meeting attendance or related in-services. Participates in internal and external quality review meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Medical Coding - Hoag Hospital

• In addition to the above, the coder resolves billing related errors and assists with workflow changes and process improvement projects. Meets ongoing productivity and quality standard of 95% accuracy rate or better. Identifies chargeable items and facility level for emergency department visits.
• Additionally, the Coder II assigns codes for diagnoses, treatment, and procedures for Outpatient Procedures. The Medical Coding department also assigns codes for the Emergency Department and identifies chargeable items and facility level for emergency department visits, including observation services.
• Claims – Coder II coders may assist the Fiscal Coder or Biller with working the front end or backend edits on accounts that require a coder to review. Works with Fiscal Coder or Revenue Cycle Team to review correct coding and/or modifier assignment.
• May work remotely if minimum technology requirements, productivity and quality requirements are met and the Telecommuter Work Agreement is signed and adhered to.

Coding - Hoag Clinic

• In addition to the above, the coder meets ongoing productivity and quality standard of 95% accuracy rate or better. The coder follows all coding conventions and serves as a coding consultant to Hoag providers. Discrepancies are identified that may impact quality of care and/or billing issues. The coder will serve as a resource and subject matter expert to other coding staff.
• Completes coding charge review and claim edits in Epic or other appropriate EMR system which would entail coding and correcting ICD-10 codes, modifiers, CPT, E/M, and procedure codes.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Medical Coding - Hoag Hospital

• Completion of a certified coding program or graduate of a CAHIM accredited HIT program required.
• Two years (2) of hospital acute care Emergency and/or Outpatient procedures, and same day surgery.

Coding - Hoag Clinic

• Required: Minimum 2+ years of work experience as a medical coder.
• Preferred: Coding experience in multiple specialties to include but are not limited to: OB/GYN, Urology, Oncology, Pain Management, Cardiology, General Surgery, Cardiothoracic, Neurosurgery, Neurology, and Orthopedics procedures. Knowledge of E/M coding.
• HASCH – 2 years’ experience required.
• Graduate of a CAHIM accredited HIT program and is CCS eligible or RHIT eligible preferred.
• Spine and Ophthalmology experience preferred

License Required

• N/A

Certifications Required

• Medical Coding - Hoag Hospital: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Coding - Hoag Clinic: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Certified Coding Specialist Physician-Based (CCS-P), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA)
• Home Health: Home Care Coding Specialist (HCS-D), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or Certified Professional Coder Certification (CPC)
• HASCH Administration: Certified Coding Specialist – Physician based (CCS-P) or Certified Professional Coder Certification (CPC) or Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
• Cath Lab/IR: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder (CIRCC)

Certifications Preferred

• Coding - Hoag Clinic: Certified Urology Coder (CUC)

About Us

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is a nonprofit regional health care delivery network in Orange County, California, consisting of three acute-care hospitals with sixteen urgent care centers, eleven health centers and a network of more than1,800 physicians, 100 allied health members, 8,000 employees, and 2,000 volunteers. More than 30,000 inpatients and 550,000 outpatients choose Hoag each year.

For over 70 years, Hoag has delivered a level of personalized care that is unsurpassed among Orange County’s health care providers. Since 1952, Hoag has served the local communities and continues its mission to provide the highest quality health care services through the core strategies of quality and service, people, physician partnerships, strategic growth, financial stewardship, community benefit and philanthropy.

Hoag offers a comprehensive blend of health care services including six institutes providing specialized care in the areas of cancer, heart and vascular, neurosciences, women's health, orthopedics, and digestive health through our institutes.

Hoag was the highest ranked hospital in Orange County in the 2024-2025 U.S. News &World Report, the only Orange County hospital ranked in the top 10 for California. The organization was ranked the #5 hospital in the Los Angeles Metro Area and the #10 hospital in California.

To learn more about Hoag’s awards and accreditations, visit: https://www.hoag.org/about-hoag/awards-accreditations/ .

Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.