Pathology Coder III - Remote - 140825

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 78,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a qualified Outpatient Coder to review CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 coding for outpatient services. The role emphasizes accurate interpretation of notes and diagnoses, resolving coding errors and edits to ensure clean claims.

Qualified candidates hold CPC or CCS credentials with at least three years of outpatient coding experience and strong CPT/ICD-10/HCPCS proficiency. Remote work options may be available based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).
• Three years of coding experience (outpatient CPT/HCPCS/DX codes).
• Strong skills in CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding applications.

Responsibilities

• Review daily CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 for outpatient codes and charges to resolve errors and edits.
• Interpret handwritten and typed notes/diagnoses and convert them into CPT/HCPCS/ICD-10 codes.

Skills

CPC or CCS

Coding experience

CPT ICD-10 HCPCS

Job description

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 performs in depth complex daily CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 review of outpatient codes and charges to resolve coding errors and claim edits. Accurately interpret handwritten and typed notes/diagnoses and convert them into CPT/HCPCS/ICD-10 codes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).
• Must have three (3) years of coding experience (coding of anatomical pathology and lab CPT and DX codes).
• Strong skills in CPT, ICD-10, & HCPCS coding applications.

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: $78,175 - $103,105 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $37.44 - $49.38

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).