Medical Coder II – ICD-10-CM Expert with Growth

AAPC; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Referral program

Growth opportunities

Job summary

AAPC is seeking a Coder II in Costa Mesa, CA to review clinical documentation, apply ICD-10-CM codes, and support billing, reporting, and compliance. The role requires 2+ years of coding experience, CPC/COC/CCS-P/CCS/CPMA certifications, and proficiency with Epic EMR.

The Coder II will ensure accurate coding, participate in quality meetings, and act as a subject matter expert for providers while maintaining 95% accuracy or higher.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of work experience as a medical coder.
• Experience in multiple specialties (OB/GYN, Urology, Oncology, Cardiology, Orthopedics, etc.).
• Knowledge of E/M coding.
• Certifications required: CPC, COC, CCS-P, CCS, or CPMA.
• Languages: English (Speaking, reading, writing).
• Skills: External reporting, ICD-10-CM coding, Medical coding, Billing.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical documentation and apply ICD-10-CM codes to diagnoses, procedures, and treatment results.
• Code for billing, reporting, research, and regulatory compliance.
• Adhere to AHIMA standards and official coding guidelines.
• Verify ICD-10-CM codes are correctly captured and that physician abstraction is accurate.
• Stay current with coding guideline changes through study and trainings.
• Participate in internal and external quality review meetings.
• Serve as a coding consultant to client providers and SMEs.
• Complete coding charge review and edits in Epic or other EMR systems.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

Medical coding

Billing

External reporting

Internal reporting

E/M coding knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

AAPC is seeking a Coder II in Costa Mesa, CA to review clinical documentation, apply ICD-10-CM codes, and support billing, reporting, and compliance. The role requires 2+ years of coding experience, CPC/COC/CCS-P/CCS/CPMA certifications, and proficiency with Epic EMR.

The Coder II will ensure accurate coding, participate in quality meetings, and act as a subject matter expert for providers while maintaining 95% accuracy or higher.