Health Information Coder III - Emergency - Remote - 135721

MedStar Health; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 86,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in San Diego seeks a Coding Specialist within its Revenue Cycle department. The role focuses on coding for emergency department services and requires strong knowledge of coding guidelines along with relevant experience. Ideal candidates will possess coding credentials and excel in a team-oriented environment dedicated to patient care.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in acute care setting.
• Coding experience with inpatient/outpatient surgery and emergency room records.
• Proven skill with computers.

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD and CPT/HCPCS codes for patients receiving emergency department services.
• Responsible for data entry into electronic databases for patient care assessment.
• Review and update abstracting data as appropriate.

Skills

Coding

Computer systems

Education

RHIT/RHIA/CCS or exam-eligible

Tools

Epic

3M 360 CAC

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 06/23/25 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 07/03/25. Eligible Special Selection 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 and according to established procedures, assigns ICD and CPT/HCPCS codes for patients receiving emergency department services at UCSD Health System. Assigns all CPT/HCPCS and ICD codes based on appropriate documentation and Official Coding Guidelines which generate the appropriate APC level assignment through the encoder. Also responsible for assigning facility and professional ED E/M level, infusion/injection, and additional bedside procedure charging. Reviews and updates as appropriate all pertinent abstracting data. Responsible for data entry into electronic databases for use in assessing quality of patient care, outcome analysis, and financial management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have coding knowledge or at least 2 years of experience in acute care setting with RHIT/RHIA/CCS or exam-eligible to test and credential within 6 months of hire.

• Proven skill with computers and computer systems.

• Coding experience with inpatient/outpatient surgery/emergency room records.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Epic & 3M 360 CAC.

• Trauma level I.

• Academic Facility Coding.

• 2 years Coding and charging experience with emergency room records performing facility and professional ED E/M leveling, injections/infusions.

• CCS highly preferred.

• Emergency Department facility charging experience.

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: $86,130 - $107,094 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $41.25 - $51.29

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).