Certified Coder III

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Certified Coder to handle core medical coding and billing tasks. You will be responsible for ensuring coding compliance, enhancing revenue capture, and contributing to process improvements within the team. This role demands independence, immediate proficiency in coding from day one, and the ability to work onsite four days a week.

• Assign CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS codes based on current coding guidelines.
• Review and process encounters for coding compliance and maximum revenue capture.
• Resolve coding issues causing claim edits or disallowed claims.
• Query providers and clinical staff for documentation clarification and feedback on coding errors.
• Provide coding and documentation education to providers.
• Assist the Coding Supervisor with training initiatives and onboarding new coders.
• Contribute to the development and execution of departmental goals and continuous service delivery improvements.

• Active CPC or CCS certification required; CPCA status is not accepted.
• Ability to work on-site in the clinic setting 4 days per week.
• 5+ years of medical coding experience or specialized clinical auditing/CPMA background.
• Ability to work independently with minimal training.
• Prior experience with Federally Qualified Health Center coding is preferred.
• Familiarity with Epic EMR and charge review work queues.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in medical coding or equivalent specialized clinical auditing/CPMA background.
• Extensive experience handling heavy encounter volumes with minimal oversight.

• 40 hours a week; flexible shift between 6am - 6:30pm PST

1,040 Hours. Opportunity to convert to permanent hire after satisfactory completion of contract.

$28.94 - $42.97 per hour (Based on experience)