Candidates hired into this position may have the ability to work remotely.

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, the Patient Record Abstractor II performs daily review of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM and Modifiers assigned to ensure accurate coding for ancillary, inpatient, outpatient and bedside procedures. Reviews codes and charges to resolve coding errors and claim edits preventing the timely release of professional claims. May support the data entry of charges coded by others as necessary. Performs reconciliation of coding reports, including but not limited to Missing OR Reports, SCT reconciliation, and reporting from other systems as needed.

• Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma with a demonstrated knowledge of the applicable medical terminology.

• Successful completion of AHIMA or AAPC accredited Health Information Tech/Management or Coding Program.

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC-A) or credentialed by AHIMA (RHIT).

• Experience coding physician, outpatient, inpatient, ancillary or surgical claims.

• Prior experience working in a hospital/physician office environment.

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

• One year of hands-on professional coding experience.

• Epic and 3M.

• 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.