Entry-Level Medical Coder I (ICD-10/CPT)

Neighborhood-Healthcare; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Neighborhood Healthcare in California is hiring a Certified Medical Coder I to review and assign diagnostic and procedural codes for medical services, ensuring compliance with official guidelines, payer requirements, and HIPAA.

This entry-level role is suited for applicants with certification and limited experience, and responsibilities include coding in the EHR, supporting providers, and contributing to denial management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have one of the following credentials: CPC or CPC-A – AAPC; CCA – AHIMA; CCS – AHIMA.
• 0-2 years of experience in medical coding required (may include CPC-A).
• Exposure to outpatient or professional fee coding.
• Familiarity with insurance claim workflows and denial management.

Responsibilities

• Review and abstract clinical documentation for accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding.
• Ensure coding is compliant with CMS, payer policies, and audit standards.
• Maintain quality and productivity standards per department policies.
• Enter and verify codes within the EHR or coding software.
• Assist in minimizing claim denials and rejections due to coding issues.
• Collaborate with providers to clarify diagnoses and procedures.
• Participate in coding audits and implement feedback.
• Maintain HIPAA privacy and confidentiality of health records.
• Keep current with coding changes and continuing education requirements.

Skills

Medical terminology

Anatomy & physiology

Coding systems knowledge

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPC or CPC-A – AAPC

CCA – AHIMA

CCS – AHIMA

Tools

EHR systems

eClinicalWorks

Codify

EncoderPro

Job description

Neighborhood Healthcare in California is hiring a Certified Medical Coder I to review and assign diagnostic and procedural codes for medical services, ensuring compliance with official guidelines, payer requirements, and HIPAA.

This entry-level role is suited for applicants with certification and limited experience, and responsibilities include coding in the EHR, supporting providers, and contributing to denial management.