Entry-Level Medical Coder: ICD/CPT & DRG

Kern Medical; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Kern Medical in Bakersfield, CA seeks an entry‑level Health Information Services Coder I for a temporary, full‑time assignment. The role involves routine coding and abstracting under supervision, applying ICD and CPT guidelines to support accurate DRG assignments and billing.

Requirements include one year of diagnostic and procedure coding experience or completion of a medical coding program; the role offers OSHPD exposure and a path to coder II, with extra-help staff benefits.

Qualifications

• One year of diagnostic and procedure coding experience in a hospital, health care facility, or physician's office.
• Completion of a medical coding program whereby the necessary skills were obtained to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

• Codes and abstracts routine patient medical record information according to ICD and CPT and current coding guidelines.
• Assists with OSHPD reporting and DRG determination for proper reimbursement.
• Reviews medical records and verifies coding and DRG assignments.
• Responds to requests regarding DRG coding questions or concerns.
• Maintains knowledge of current guidelines through continuing education.

Skills

ICD coding

DRG assignment

Medical terminology

OSHPD reporting

Education

Medical coding program

Tools

ICD/CPT guidelines

Job description

Kern Medical in Bakersfield, CA seeks an entry‑level Health Information Services Coder I for a temporary, full‑time assignment. The role involves routine coding and abstracting under supervision, applying ICD and CPT guidelines to support accurate DRG assignments and billing.

Requirements include one year of diagnostic and procedure coding experience or completion of a medical coding program; the role offers OSHPD exposure and a path to coder II, with extra-help staff benefits.