Coder III - Radiation Oncology - Remote - 141725

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; United States; Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health's Revenue Cycle department is seeking a skilled outpatient coder to review CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes and resolve billing errors and edits. You will interpret handwritten and typed notes to assign accurate codes for outpatient services.

You must be CPC or CCS certified and have at least three years of Radiation Oncology coding experience. Candidates should be able to work various hours and locations, with remote work possible as the business needs permit.

Qualifications

• CPC or CCS certification required or equivalent.
• Minimum three years of Radiation Oncology coding experience.
• Strong CPT, ICD-10 and HCPCS coding skills.

Responsibilities

• Review outpatient CPT/HCPCS/ICD-10 codes and charges to resolve coding errors and claim edits.
• Accurately interpret handwritten and typed notes/diagnoses and convert them into codes.

Skills

CPT coding

ICD-10 coding

HCPCS coding

CPC or CCS certification

Radiation Oncology coding

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/09/26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Candidates hired into this position may have the ability to work remotely.

DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego Health's Revenue Cycle department supports the organization's mission to deliver outstanding patient care and to create a healthier world - one life at a time. We are a diverse, patient-focused, high-performing team with a commitment to quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement that enables us to deliver the maximum standard of care to our patients. We offer challenging career opportunities in a fast-paced and innovative environment and we embrace individuals who demonstrate a deep passion for problem-solving and customer service.

Under general supervision performs in depth complex daily CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 review of outpatient codes and charges to resolve coding errors and claim edits. Accurately interpret handwritten and typed notes/diagnoses and convert them into CPT/HCPCS/ICD-10 codes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).

• Must have three (3) years of coding Radiation Oncology services experience.

• Strong skills in CPT, ICD-10, & HCPCS coding applications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Radiation Oncology Certified Coder (ROCC).

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $78,175 - $103,105 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $37.44 - $49.38

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).