Inpatient Coder - Per Diem

Play a key role with a world-class health organization. Help ensure the operational efficiency of a complex health system. Take your professional expertise to the next level. You can do all this and more at UCLA Health.

You will be responsible for coding diagnoses and procedures for assigned cases. This will involve using your knowledge of UCLA, AHA – Coding Clinic, and AMA – CPT Assistant guidelines, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and pathological basis of disease, documented treatment, and procedures. You will assign ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS codes for patients receiving our services while correctly assigning DRGs for all patients to assure accurate reimbursement and the highest quality data possible. You will abstract all coded data in a timely and accurate manner into the abstracting system.

Salary Range: $56.95/hourly - $70.81/hourly

We’re seeking an independent, detail-oriented, self-directed individual with:

• Associate degree in health information science, Bachelor’s degree in health information management, or completion of courses in ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT-4 coding
• CCS certification, required
• RHIA or RHIT, highly desired
• Three or more years of experience with surgical procedural and ambulatory care coding, preferred
• Five or more years of experience as an Inpatient Coder, preferably at an academic medical center
• Proficiency in ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT-4/HCPCS and modifier usage
• Knowledge of APC payment methodologies, AHA Coding Clinic, and CPT Assistant
• Ability to orient and train new employees and students
• Understanding of all state and national reporting requirements
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and prioritizing skills
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and 3M 360 Encompass software

UCLA Health is a world-renowned health system with four award-winning hospitals and more than 260 community clinics throughout Southern California, as well as the David Geffen School of Medicine. Through the efforts of our outstanding people, we have become Los Angeles’ trusted provider of exceptional, compassionate patient care. If you’re looking to experience greater challenge and fulfillment in your career, you can at UCLA Health.