Health Info Coder II - Cardiology Medicine

UCLA Health

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • $40.04-52.83 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
DescriptionTake on a significant role within a world-class health organization. Elevate the operational effectiveness of a complex health system. Take your professional expertise to the next level. You can do all this and more at UCLA Health.As a Health Information Coder for our Medical Group, you will handle a variety of vital responsibilities, including:
  • Reviewing physicians' notes to determine if documentation requirements are met
  • Extrapolating and Applying surgical codes as applicable across anatomical subsections for general coding in work queues.
  • Analyzing medical documentation to assess accuracy
  • Entering charges in EPIC
  • Identifying and reporting any potential compliance risks
Salary Range: $40.04 - $52.83 HourlyQualificationsWe're seeking a self-directed, detail-oriented professional with:
  • Current Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification, must have been certified a minimum of 2 years - REQUIRED
  • Experienced in Cardiology coding required, including echo's, ECG, and office-based procedures.
  • Minimum of 2 years of pro fee coding experience - REQUIRED
  • 3 or more years surgical and/or evaluation and management experience preferred
  • Experience as Medical Record Abstractor
  • Detailed knowledge of Medical Terminology and its application
  • Detailed knowledge and understanding of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems
  • Working experience with 2021 E&M guidelines preferred
  • Knowledge of CMS and local carrier regulations and guidelines for teaching hospital preferred
  • Computer proficiency with MS Office
  • Superior ability to research coding guidelines and payor policies a must
  • Previous Epic or Cerner experience preferred
Note: Skills subject to test.

UCLA Health