8 hospital inpatient coder specialist jobs found in Los Angeles

DRG Coding Auditor Principal _Virtual: _ _ ​_ This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, with the exception of required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development. Alternate locations may be considered. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. Carelon Payment Integrity is a proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, Carelon Insights, formerly Payment Integrity, is determined to recover, eliminate and prevent unnecessary medical-expense spending. The DRG Coding Auditor Principal is responsible for auditing inpatient medical records on claims paid based on Diagnostic Relation Group...

Inpatient Medical Coder 3 The position is responsible for coding medical records and other documents at the conclusion of the patient's visit. A senior medical records coding specialist requires the skill set to code multiple work types for inpatient and outpatient services. This requires selection of appropriate admitting diagnosis, principal and secondary diagnoses, principal procedure and secondary procedures; assigning accurate ICD-10 and/or CPT-4 codes; sequencing the diagnoses and procedures codes; and abstracting information including admission source, type, disposition, admitting, attending and procedure attending physicians. Codes are selected in the Computer Assisted Coding/Encoder Software following review of information in the electronic medical record system, IHIS. Information abstracted and coded is interfaced to IHIS Resolute Billing system. This staff member is responsible to address all edits during the coding and abstracting process for complete and accurate...

Abstractor/Coder The University of Chicago Physicians Group (UCPG) team is responsible for the overall management of clinical revenue for physician billing. This includes frontend revenue capture, working of edits and conducting audits for physician education. Ensuring the workflow of charge capture through invoice creation. UCPG is seeking an Abstractor/Coder to work with providers and staff on professional billing and compliance activities. Strong knowledge of evaluation and management coding guidelines and requirements is strongly preferred. This position is eligible for a flexible work arrangement. Responsibilities: Obtain appropriate reimbursement levels for professional services by reviewing and coding medical procedures, diagnoses, and physician visits. Analyze denial and rejection reports, and appeal wherever appropriate. Submit charges in a timely manner. Work in collaboration with the Clinical Revenue Supervisor and others, provide guidance to faculty and staff on...

Coding Specialist Reviews inpatient clinical documentation to determine the appropriate assignment of alpha numeric diagnosis/procedure codes and Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Groups (MS-DRG). Data is classified for internal and external statistical reporting, research, regulatory compliance and reimbursement. Codes high dollar and more complex accounts including but not limited to, medical, surgical behavioral health, IP Rehabilitation and others. Position Responsibilities Key Areas of Responsibility Coding Applies strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology, clinical disease processes, pharmacology, and diagnostic and procedural terminology to determine the appropriate assignment of diagnosis and procedure codes for more complex accounts. Analyzes medical records using the Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS), interprets documentation and assigns proper International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Edition, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) diagnoses...

Inpatient Coder Position At Houston Methodist, the Inpatient Coder position is responsible for ensuring diagnostic and procedure codes are assigned accurately to inpatient encounters based upon documentation within the electronic medical record while maintaining compliance with established rules and regulatory guidelines. People Essential Functions: Interacts and communicates effectively with members of the coding team and the appropriate stakeholders. Participates and provides good feedback during coding section meetings and coding education inservices as well as takes initiative to assist others and shares knowledge with the appropriate stakeholders. Service Essential Functions: Responds promptly to internal and external customer requests. Responds promptly and appropriately to requests to code or review coded accounts for accuracy. Initiates queries with physicians to obtain or clarify diagnoses and/or procedures as appropriate, utilizing the established physician...

The Coder Lead will code all patient types as needed; inpatient, same-day surgery, ancillary, ambulatory and provider based clinics. This individual will mentor, train and assist with cross training coding staff, includes newly hired coding staff. Must be familiar with reviewing documentation to assign appropriate CPT/HCPCS and ICD-10-CM-PCS diagnosis codes and procedures for hospital and physician (professional) services for Inpatient and Outpatient records based on knowledge of coding systems, including ICD-10 and CPT. Your Everyday GENERAL DUTIES Proficiently navigates the patient health record and other computer systems/sources to accurately determine diagnosis and procedures codes, MS-DRGs and APCs. Codes complex outpatient or inpatient utilizing encoder software, Computers Assisted Coding (CAC), and reference, in the assignment of ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT/HCPCS codes, MS-DRG, APR-DRG, POA, SOI, ROM assignments, APC assignment and all required modifiers. Validates charges by...

Job Description Job Description Benefits: Competitive salary Employee discounts Opportunity for advancement Training & development Job Title: Medical Billing Specialist Location: 3030 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066 (On-site Only) Company Overview: Health Atlast is a fully integrated, multi-disciplinary healthcare practice located in West Los Angeles. Our team comprises professionals from various medical disciplines, including medical doctors, chiropractors, acupuncturists, physiotherapists, and massage therapists. We are committed to providing comprehensive, coordinated care to optimize patient health and well-being. Learn more at healthatlastusa.com. Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Medical Biller with 5-10 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical billing, particularly in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R), Physical Therapy, Chiropractic, Acupuncture, General...

Coding Compliance Auditor In accordance with current federal coding compliance regulations and guidelines, the Coding Compliance Auditor performs 2nd level review of previously coded accounts to ensure appropriate CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS assignments and accuracy and completeness of all ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes assigned by professional revenue coders and providers. All assigned codes must be supported by professional documentation contained within the medical record and must be in compliance with federal coding compliance regulations, Official Coding Guidelines, AHA Coding Clinic, and CPT Assistant. The Coding Compliance Auditor will also provide detailed reports, Excel spreadsheets, coding audit summary analysis, and data analytics Re: coding accuracy rates, compliance rates, denial analytics, etc. Recommend education topics based on audit findings and assist in the continuing education of professional coders and providers. Understands coding/billing computer systems...