Health Information Coder I

DaMar Staffing; Brisbane (CA); On-site; USD 7,439,000 - 9,379,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California San Francisco is seeking an entry-level Health Information Coder I to apply ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS coding across various settings. The role supports proper reimbursement and revenue cycle integrity.

It is onsite work as needed with a flexible schedule; salary is determined by UC policy and internal equity, with a potential range within the stated hourly band.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or G.E.D. required.
• 1–3 years healthcare coding or related experience.
• Certification in CRC/COC/CPC/CCS/CCS-P/RHIT/RHIA or agreement to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Code across outpatient, ED and ancillary services using ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS.
• Ensure coding accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with providers and revenue cycle teams to resolve documentation issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent judgment

Time management

Ability to analyze information

Basic computer skills (Windows, Word, 

Education

High school graduation or G.E.D.

1–3 years healthcare coding experience

CRC/COC/CPC/CCS/CCS-P/RHIT/RHIA or equivalent

Certification within six months of hire

Job description

Health Information Coder I | University of California San Francisco

This position requires onsite work as needed. The Health Information Coder I is an entry-level coder with a basic knowledge and skill set to utilize ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS classification systems to code across various healthcare settings, including outpatient, emergency department, and ancillary services. This role ensures coding accuracy, compliance with regulatory guidelines, and adherence to UCSF policies, supporting proper reimbursement and revenue cycle integrity. The Coder I collaborates with healthcare providers, revenue cycle teams, and compliance departments to resolve documentation issues and maintain high standards of coding performance. The employee will work eight (8) hours per day, excluding meal periods, on five (5) consecutive days within a workweek. The workweek schedule is set between the employee and the manager and may be scheduled to start any day of the week based on manager approval.

Join UCSF: Exceptional Benefits, Extraordinary Impact

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $54.67 - $68.08 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

The Office of Population Health (OPH) leads UCSF's development of capabilities to improve the value of care we provide at the population level and facilitate implementation of our UCSF Health at-risk contracts and those we enter in partnership with others. The Office includes the following teams: 1) Clinical Programs (including Care Support, Care Transitions Outreach Program, Care at Home, and Medicare Bundled Payment programs), 2) Quality Programs (Including QIP) 3) Analytics & 4) Ambulatory Risk Capture.

Required Qualifications

• High school graduation or G.E.D.
• 1-3 years of healthcare coding or related healthcare experience.
• Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC)
• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based (CCS-P), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or other coding certification, or agreement to obtain certification within six months of hire.
• Must meet daily production requirement with minimal accuracy rate of 95%.
• Basic EHR and encoder skills
• Basic computer skills, including Windows, Word and Excel.
• Proven excellent communication and cooperative skills.
• Ability to analyze information, make decisions and exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to follow written directions.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage time effectively.
• Ability to meet deadlines and perform well under pressure.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, medical abbreviations, disease processes, anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of the ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS and CPT classification systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of HIMS database systems.
• Knowledge of HIMS procedures.

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team. Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.