To ensure accurate coding and abstracting of medical records, the full-time California Licensed Hospital Coder will work remotely, focusing on outpatient services including Hospital Ambulatory Surgery, Home Health/Hospice, and Observation procedures while adhering to coding guidelines and regulations. Key responsibilities Review medical records to identify and code diagnoses and procedures using ICD-CM, CPT, and HCPCS classification systems Organize and prioritize work assignments to ensure timely and compliant coding in accordance with regulatory requirements Verify and abstract data from medical records, ensuring accuracy and integrity before submission Required qualifications Two years of continuous hospital coding/abstracting experience within the last five years High School Diploma or GED with completion of classes in medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and coding conventions from an accredited program Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician, Certified Professional Coder, Certified Coding Specialist, or similar credential Basic knowledge of reimbursement methodologies and coding guidelines Ability to achieve a minimum score of 75% on the Hospital Outpatient Coder test